Orchard Manager Job at Farm Managers SA

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Matric (Grade 12) is a minimum requirement
• Agricultural Diploma, or studies towards completion of such a qualification, will be advantageous
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role, specifically within the citrus industry
• Valid driver’s Licence
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English; Sepedi will be advantageous

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Confident
• Proactive and able to take initiative
• Solutions-driven and practical
• Strong sense of urgency
• Adaptable and resilient
• Good communication skills
• Strong observation skills

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO

• Planning and management of harvesting activities
• Management of contractors and labour
• Execution of agronomic activities, including pruning, manipulation, fertilisation, irrigation, and spraying programmes
• Monitoring control data and making timely adjustments where necessary
• Preparation and management of budgets
• Scheduling routine fleet maintenance
• Ensuring ongoing compliance with OHS requirements and relevant accreditation standards