Description:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSCandidate must have a background in Agriculture with minimum of 5 to 10 years experience in similar role. Must have experience in Stone Fruit and or Nuts and Vegetable production. A huge passion for plants in general and an open-minded approach for permaculture farming and farming with nature. Supervise and manage a team, train and organize various tasks and project on the farm Operate tractor and tractor equipment especially spraying and other tractor attachments to prepare lands and roads. Computer literate like Microsoft Office and do administrative duties like stock take etc. Must have valid drivers license and first aid, other accreditations would be beneficial.
SKILLS AND QUALITIES REQUIRED
Excellent understanding of farming with nature, permaculture, and organic farming principles. Open to innovation and evolving farming practices; passionate about plants. Passionate and hands on with the daily farm duties Ability to manage improvement projects on the farm. Hospitality management and guest relations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES REQUIRED
Experience in Orchard and vegetable production: Overseas health and wellbeing of all plants on the farm Monitor tree, plant and soil health and find solutions to improve and maximize harvests Monitor and coordinate efficient water management Manage pests, diseases and weeds eco friendly Manage harvest and plan future plantings Landscape and manage the farm to table guest accommodation production Research and development on all plant aspects and production of the farm Oversee the health & safety practices of the farm Identify key risk areas and implement processes and procedures to mitigate these risks Stock control and cost-effective management of plant production Provide daily updates to owners of daily happenings on the farm Plan and implement field preparation for various crops Any other ad hoc duties from that of a Production manager Administrative duties like stock taking, checklists, logs, staff rosters etc.
ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted
21 Jan 2026;
from:
gumtree.co.za