Technical Manager – Agriculture

Stellenbosch, Western Cape Zeminwe

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We have a position available in the fruit industry for a young, energetic and talented Technical Manager.

Where: Stellenbosch (Fresh Produce) | Stellenbosch

An internationally respected fresh produce company, known for excellence in quality, innovation, and service is looking for a Technical Manager. If you’re passionate about fruit production and want to make an impact across global and local markets—this is your calling.

The Role & Responsibilities

As our Technical Manager , you’ll be at the heart of shaping fruit quality, compliance, and sustainability across the entire value chain:

  • Provide expert guidance to producers on Soil, Plant Health, Pest Control , and Agri-Tech innovations
  • Drive technical administration across key categories:
    • PPP Lists / MRL Monitoring
    • Audits & Compliance: GlobalGAP, SIZA, IFS
    • New cultivar development & field monitoring
  • Work closely with packhouses, producers, and international clients
  • Support key product categories: Table Grapes, Pomegranates, Stone Fruit, Citrus
  • Align with internal teams: Logistics, Marketing, Finance
  • Champion sustainable and productive agricultural practices
What You’ll Bring
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Viticulture, Horticulture, Soil Science , or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in technical agriculture or produce export
  • Fluent in English and Afrikaans (writing, reading, and speaking)
  • Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint
  • Valid driver’s license and own reliable vehicle
  • Willingness to travel frequently , including internationally
  • Energetic, detail-oriented, and solution-driven personality
What We Offer
  • Competitive, industry-related salary package
  • Company vehicle for operational duties
  • Opportunity to work with seasoned professionals and progressive farms
  • Vision: To be recognised as a world-class Fresh Produce Services company.
  • Motto: “Your Fruit is Our Business”

Please forward your cv to admin @ zeminwe.co.za

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Agriculture Systems Intern

Bellville, Western Cape Frank Consult

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Calling all future tech innovators!

Our client is reshaping the agriculture software space — building a platform that helps producers, exporters, and logistics providers work smarter and faster.

We’re looking for interns who are passionate about information systems, software development, and how technology solves real-world problems . If you also have an interest in agriculture and logistics, that’s the perfect blend!

What You’ll Do:

  • Support the rollout of a cutting-edge agriculture software solution.

  • Get hands-on experience in how systems transform logistics, finance, and operations.

  • Work on projects that make a tangible impact for industry clients.

What You Bring:

  • Studies or background in information systems, computer science, IT, or development .

  • Curiosity about technology in action, with an eagerness to learn.

  • Interest in agriculture or logistics will be a strong advantage.

Why Join?

  • Gain real-world systems experience with a leading platform.

  • Work alongside a dynamic, innovative team in Cape Town (in-person only).

  • Kickstart your career in tech for industry innovation .

If you’re passionate about building a career in information systems and development — and curious about how tech is transforming industries like agriculture — apply now to join our client’s Cape Town team!

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Technical Quality Manager (Agriculture)

Bellville, Western Cape Exceed HR and Recruitment

Posted 25 days ago

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Technical Quality Manager (Agriculture) required in Bellville.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Develop, implement, and maintain robust quality assurance systems across all produce lines;
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant food safety regulations, certifications (e.g., Global G.A.P., BRC, HACCP), and customer specific standards;
  • Oversee and manage all product inspections, customer-specific standards, cold chain integrity, packaging standards including labelling, and post-harvest handling protocols;
  • Ensure Packhouses have the correct packaging and labels;
  • Lead customer audits and visits, managing non-conformances and corrective actions proactively;
  • Oversee customer audits requirements and renewal of specifications and MRL Levels/Legislation;
  • Monitor the timing of supplier residue analysis and analyse results to fall within requirement of target market weekly;
  • Weekly analysis of customer quality data and compilation of grower annual review report;
  • Full quality data management on customer reports:
    • Analysis and evaluation
    • Distribution and good record keeping of information
    • Follow-up communication
    • Assistance with claim evaluations and quantification
    • Temperature download analysis
    • Continuous populating of weekly arrival reports for communication to growers
  • Analyse all relevant data such as:
    • Farms (quantity and quality)
    • Varieties
    • The cold chain
    • Packaging
    • Transit time
    • Arrival quality
    • Pullout quantities
    • Packing and resorting quantities;
    • Quality and management (controlables) related claims.
  • Collection of historical data from producer;
  • Ensure alignment of marketing plans, preparation, and farm quality with standards, covering:
    • Pruning practices
    • Canopy management
    • Harvest control
    • Color treatment
    • Harvest preparation & process
    • Post-harvest treatment
  • Identify and explore new opportunities, varieties, and trials
  • Conduct research and recommend new block/variety establishment
  • Assess farm blocks to identify challenges and opportunities
  • Classify blocks based on quality—identifying those with issues for specific markets and those with premium potential for high-value markets.
  • Packaging Management
  • People Management
  • Customer & Supplier Interface
  • Strategic & Operational Responsibilities
  • Internal Audits

Requirements:

  • Tertiary qualification in Agriculture (Degree or Diploma)
  • Minimum 8 years’ experience in fruit industry and farming
  • Fresh product knowledge (Included but not limited: Table grape, citrus, blueberry , tomatoes, peppers and onion)
  • Understanding the dynamics and interaction of fruit production, packaging, supply chain and marketing
  • Knowledge of Paltrack, Dipar or QX system will be advantageous.

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