Minimum requirements: 5+ years’ experience in a similar role in the citrus industry – non-negotiab...

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1 year ago

Farm/technical Manager (citrus Farm)

Minimum requirements:

5+ years’ experience in a similar role in the citrus industry – non-negotiable



  • Valid driver’s license

  • Related qualification advantageous

  • AVCASA and BASOS certification advantageous

  • Technically strong e.g., irrigation scheduling, spray calibration etc.

  • Mechanical knowledge

  • Preventative maintenance orientated

  • Knowledge on general agricultural practices (H&S, SIZA, GlobalG.A.P)

  • Computer literate

  • Strong admin skills

  • Strong motivational & leadership skills relating to a big workforce

  • Deadline driven

  • Ability to work under pressure

  • Willingness to work overtime

  • The potential candidate must possess a moderate level of fitness and be in good health

  • Ability to speak Xhosa advantageous


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.


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

  • Cost management