57 Farm Manager jobs in South Africa

• Oversee day-to-day farm operations and staff management.
• Carry out and coordinate maintenance and repair work, including:
  
  • Plumbing
  • Electrical work
  • Fence maintenance
  • Construction projects (buildings, infrastructure, general upgrades)
  • Mechanical repairs and upkeep of farm vehicles, machinery, and equipment
• Manage livestock and wildlife (game and cattle), ensuring their health and well-being.
• Coordinate visitor and guest management, including:
  
  • Handling bookings
  • Preparing accommodations and facilities
  • Ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming environment
• Communicate effectively with the owner, staff, and guests to ensure smooth farm operations.
• Support and implement farm improvements as required.

• Proven experience in farm management or a similar role.
• Strong technical, construction, and mechanical skills.
• Knowledge of plumbing, electrical systems, and fencing.
• Knowledge of animal husbandry.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and people-management skills.
• Ability to handle both practical tasks and administrative duties.
• Flexible, hands-on approach with a willingness to work closely with the owner.
• Must be willing to live on the farm (accommodation provided).

• Agricultural Diploma/Degree
• At least 10 years farm Manager experience essential
• Experience crop and cattle farming
• Computer literate
• Ability to work well independently and within a team
• Strong management and communication skills
• Being maintenance/mechanically orientated
• Valid drivers license

• Manage human resources and administration
• Land preparation for planting
• Veld management
• Water reticulation management eg cleaning of dams and water infrastructure
• Fence maintenance
• Animal management Trucks, tractor and implements maintenance
• Knowledge of soil nutrients, grain cultivars, fertilizer and pesticides utilisation
• Cattle management eg disease management and feedlot management

• Solid experience ( 5- 10 years) in the cultivation of pome fruit.
• A relevant tertiary qualification will strengthen the application.
• Knowledge of the relevant regulations.

• The farming activities involve the cultivation of apples and pears on approximately 120 hectares.
• Solid experience in the cultivation of pome fruit is a requirement, while a relevant tertiary qualification will strengthen the application.
• Possess above-average communication and management skills, and will be characterised by drive, independence, and the ability to motivate subordinates and optimise productivity.

  • Planting and Maintenance:

    Planting new fruit trees and vines, along with cultivating the soil to ensure healthy growth.

  • Pruning and Irrigation:

    Pruning trees to maintain their shape and health and managing the irrigation system to provide the necessary water for the crops.

  • Pest and Disease Control:

    Spraying crops to control weeds, insects, and fungal diseases to protect the fruit.

  • Harvesting and Post-Harvest:

    Carefully selecting and picking ripe fruit, then sorting, grading, and packing it for sale or storage.

  • Equipment Operation:

    Using farm machinery and hand tools for various tasks, including cultivation, fertilizing, and harvesting.

  • Recordkeeping:

    Maintaining records related to farming activities and ensuring compliance with regulations.

• Supervising farm activities including cattle management, pasture management, and crop production.
• Managing farm budget, expenses, and resources efficiently.
• Implementing and maintaining health and safety standards on the farm.
• Burning firebreaks
• Training and supervising farm staff.
• Monitoring and reporting on farm performance.

• Proven experience in farm management.
• Experience in livestock management
• Knowledge of livestock farming practices.
• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

• Minimum of a National Diploma in Agriculture with focus on Horticulture, Pomology, or Crop Production
• Preferred qualification: BSc Agriculture or BTech Agriculture with specialisation in fruit production, irrigation management, or plant protection
• Additional short courses in farm business management, financial management, labour relations, or health and safety will be advantageous
• Proven experience in fruit farming with specific exposure to apples and pears (pome fruit)
• In-depth knowledge of modern orchard practices including irrigation, crop protection and pruning systems
• Strong financial acumen with the ability to manage budgets and control costs
• Excellent leadership and people management skills with the ability to supervise, motivate and develop teams
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in Afrikaans and English
• Self-driven and able to work independently while taking initiative
• Resilience and adaptability in a dynamic agricultural environment
• Computer literacy in farm management systems and MS Office
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to reside on the farm
• Commitment to the long-term success and sustainable growth of the farming operation

• Agricultural Diploma/Degree advantageous
• Minimum 10 years experience in agricultural field
• Proven previous cropping experience (wheat & canola)
• Proven experience with cattle
• Experience with GPS, autosteer
• Maintenance and mechanically orientated
• Good record keeping skills
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to lead and work with a team
• Computer literate
• Valid drivers license

• Agricultural Diploma advantageous
• Knowledge of sheep, cattle, game/hunting & lands / irrigation & crops
• Must have experience in repairs of machinery, implements, farm vehicles, tractors, stock handling & facilities
• Must be hardworking & honest
• Good people skills
• Loves working with animals & the outdoors
• Valid drivers license

• Repair plant equipment, implements, vehicles & tractors
• Repair stock handling facilities
• Manage the dosing, treatment & records of cattle & sheep
• Cut, rake & bale oats, lucerne etc
• Irrigation of crops

Our client, an established Farm within the Agricultural sector in Langkloof (Eastern Cape), is looking for a skilled Farm Manager (Pome Fruit) to be responsible for the efficient management and financial success of this farm.

EE: Open

Minimum Requirements:

• Solid experience years) in the cultivation of pome fruit.
• A relevant tertiary qualification will strengthen the application.
• Knowledge of the relevant regulations.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• The farming activities involve the cultivation of apples and pears on approximately 120 hectares.
• Solid experience in the cultivation of pome fruit is a requirement, while a relevant tertiary qualification will strengthen the application.

• Possess above-average communication and management skills, and will be characterised by drive, independence, and the ability to motivate subordinates and optimise productivity.

• Planting and Maintenance:

  Planting new fruit trees and vines, along with cultivating the soil to ensure healthy growth.
  - Pruning and Irrigation:

  Pruning trees to maintain their shape and health and managing the irrigation system to provide the necessary water for the crops.
  - Pest and Disease Control:

  Spraying crops to control weeds, insects, and fungal diseases to protect the fruit.
  - Harvesting and Post-Harvest:

  Carefully selecting and picking ripe fruit, then sorting, grading, and packing it for sale or storage.
  - Equipment Operation:

  Using farm machinery and hand tools for various tasks, including cultivation, fertilizing, and harvesting.
  - Recordkeeping:

  Maintaining records related to farming activities and ensuring compliance with regulations.

For more information please contact:

Nadine Mundy

Position Location: Northern Cape

Please note that you will be working on our farm, Vuursteenkop, in Augrabies, in the Northern Cape, and not from the Star South Fruits office in Wellington, Western Cape.

Experience & Knowledge

• Relevant tertiary qualification
• Minimum 10 years' experience in farming, with at least 3 years at management level
• Proven track record of successfully managing production and labour
• Sufficient experience in the production of table grapes
• Extensive technical knowledge of chemistry, fertilisation and irrigation
• Experience in managing a packhouse effectively
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems, labour relations, food safety and export requirements
• Computer literate, especially with Excel, DFM Utilities and Paltrack
• Must be fluent in Afrikaans and English

Characteristics

• Self-driven, energetic person with vision
• Able to work under pressure
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong leadership skills – ability to manage, direct, motivate and train employees
• Hands-on and practical
• Problem solver
• Self-disciplined – must be able to work without supervision while meeting the set targets

Job Description

• Manage daily farm production aligned to the strategic plans of senior managementPerform tasks independently and meticulously on chemistry, fertilisation and irrigation at the right stage of development
• Manage relationships with suppliers effectively
• Responsible for all labour-related matters and ensuring labour is effectively managed
• Manage packhouse effectively in terms of quality, quantity and financial implications
• Make contributions regarding financial planning and work within budget
• Maintain effective quality management system to ensure all products are up to standard, MRLs are not exceeded and are of good internal quality
• Maintenance of mechanical equipment and infrastructure
• Maintain data integrity and manage systems (i.e. keeping information up to date) that are associated with audits such as Global GAP, SIZA etc.
• Any other relevant functions as reasonably required

Remuneration

Market Related, Depending On Experience And Qualifications
Applications

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