Farm Manager (Crop Production)

Cape Winelands
Salary: R25 000.00 - R30 000.00 Per Month
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Agriculture
Benefits: fully accommodation, company vehicle, fuel, cell phone, accommodation utilities
Reference: CPT000265/MdW

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Employer: LRHR (Pty) Ltd t/a Lotus HR and Recruitment

Our client, a boutique crop producing farm based in Paarl, seeks to employ an experienced and hands-on Farm Manager to join this progressive and growing agricultural operation. This role is suited to a dynamic individual with strong management capability and a solid understanding of olive cultivation, soil analysis, and plant health. Please note that we are looking for a vibrant, energetic farm manager, who has a solid understanding of high-quality crop production, ideally currently based in the Western Cape.In addition, the farm offers accommodation plus utilities (electricity, water, etc), company vehicle, company fuel and cell phone.

KEY REQUIREMENTS TO MEET FOR CONSIDERATION:

You will have completed a tertiary qualification in Agriculture, Agronomy, Horticulture, or a related field, coupled with proven experience in farm management, preferably within permanent crops
Strong working knowledge of soil analysis, fertilisation programmes, and plant health management, as well as the ability to interpret soil and leaf analysis results and implement corrective actions
Experience managing staff, contractors, and seasonal labour
Sound understanding of irrigation systems and water management
Strong planning, organisational, and record-keeping skills
Hands-on, proactive approach with the ability to work independently
Commitment to sustainable and efficient farming practices
You must have a valid driver’s licence, own reliable transport, and a clear criminal record

You must be able to work independently, manage daily farm operations effectively, and maintain accurate production and operational records to support the profitability and long-term sustainability of the farm.

Please note that should you not be currently resident in the region advertised but still wish to apply, travel and relocation costs will be for your own expense.

Due to the exceptionally high volume of applications, we are unable to correspond with each applicant personally. Only shortlisted and suitable candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive any correspondence from our company within 30 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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About LRHR (Pty) Ltd t/a Lotus HR and Recruitment

Lotus HR & Recruitment is a professional recruitment and HR services company, managed by the sole Director, who started her career in the Recruitment sector, in 2001. We specialise in the Technical, Engineering, Supply Chain, Petro-chem, FMCG, Manufacturing and Executive Management fields, with recent expertise gained in Finance and IT fields. Lotus HR & Recruitment is based in Somerset West, however, have a candidate and client base on a national level, working with small, medium and international clients.

We pride ourselves on efficient, effective and targeted personal service to our client base, with a solid understanding of the client’s requirements, in both skill set and in company culture dynamics, providing cost effective solutions to staffing requirements.