Citrus Technical/Farm Manager
Farm
Full-time
Remote
South Africa, South Africa
Remote Only
Eastern Cape – EC: This position would suit a candidate that is used to rural remote areas in the EC as the farm is not close to a big town or city.
This is a mid-level position.
This is a mid-level position.
Minimum requirements:
Duties & Responsibilities
Under the guidance of the Senior Farm Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for the co-ordination, execution, and follow-up of the following:
ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted
- 2-3 years’ experience in a similar role in the citrus industry
- Related qualification advantageous
- AVCASA and BASOS certification advantageous
- Technically strong e.g., irrigation scheduling, spray calibration etc.
- Preventative maintenance orientated
- Knowledge on general agricultural practices (H&S, SIZA, GlobalG.A.P.)
- Proven computer literacy essential
- Strong admin skills
- Strong motivational & leadership skills relating to a large workforce
- Deadline driven
- Willingness to work overtime
- Ability to speak Xhosa advantageous
- Valid driver’s license
Duties & Responsibilities
Under the guidance of the Senior Farm Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for the co-ordination, execution, and follow-up of the following:
- COMPLIANCE
- SIZA (Social and Environmental)
- A.P.
- Health & Safety
- Co-ordination of internal/external training
- PPECB, DAFF orchard inspections
- Environmental and Social Governance
- Co-ordination of all audits (SIZA, GlobalG.A.P. etc.)
- TECHNICAL
- Irrigation & Chemical applications
- Automation of irrigation systems
- Chemical applications & spray instructions
- Fertilizer applications
- Crop manipulation
- Pruning
- Girdling
- Foliar feeds
- Gibb applications
- Trial studies
- Testing and analysis of new products
- Data capturing
- Monthly analysis & reporting
- Farm maintenance
- Calibration of spray machines
- General knowledge of maintenance of farm vehicles and equipment
- Calibration and use of GPS precision spreading
- Irrigation & Chemical applications
- PRODUCTION
- Work in conjunction with Managers and supervisors to ensure the following:
- Co-ordination of picking teams
- General supervision of farm employees
- Ensure effective communication, co-ordination, and planning during picking season
- Motivate and improve productivity of employees
- Work in conjunction with Managers and supervisors to ensure the following:
ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted