MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

•  Grade 12
• Diploma or degree in agriculture
• Minimum of 5years experience in the production of subtropical fruit & citrus
• Good Knowledge of the establishment, care and cultivation of subtropical fruit & citrus Excellent planning & organisational skills
• Strong leadership skills and ability to work confidently in a group
• Strong problem – solving skills
• Strong budgeting and financial management skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Computer literate.
• Driver’s License

 DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

•  Overall responsibility for implementation of production strategy of the company through the development of applicable systems and use of existing knowledge and technology.
• Direct, coordinate and manage of production related activities in close collaboration with management.
• Monitoring the production process to ensure quality products, operational management of the farm, maintenance, new development, nutrition, pest, disease and water management.
• Long-term planning to support the company’s goals
• Assessing and analysing departmental budgets to find ways to optimize profitability
• Identifying potential problems, points of friction and finding solutions to maximize efficiency and revenue
• Develop and implement operating methods and procedures for the production section.
• Ensure compliance procedures are followed according to accreditation and management systems to ensure produce can be exported.
• Managing production cost effectively by sound budgeting and strict cost control measures
• Ensure implementation and adherence to occupational health and safety guidelines.
• Participate in the preparation and control of annual production budgets
• Ensure all administrative functions are done accurately and on time