South Africa: GENERAL MANAGER – CROPPING posted by Farm Manager SA

• A degree or diploma in Agronomy, Agriculture, Crop Science, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in commercial row cropping, including direct responsibility for large-scale operations.
• Proven experience managing center pivots and other irrigation systems.
• Strong mechanical knowledge and ability to maintain and troubleshoot farm machinery – John Deere equipment.
• Proficient in budgeting, planning, and agronomic record keeping.
• High level of computer literacy, including Microsoft Excel and farming software/tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Must be hands-on, proactive, and capable of working independently under pressure.

 
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO
 

• Manage two commercial-scale farms and their cropping teams.
• Operate and maintain center pivot irrigation systems effectively.
• Ensure optimal use and servicing of all farm machinery – including tractors, planters, sprayers, and combine harvesters.
• Provide hands-on mechanical support and technical direction for all agricultural equipment.
• Lead all crop budgeting, input planning, and cost control measures to ensure profitability.
• Oversee land preparation, planting, spraying, fertilization, harvesting, and storage logistics.
• Manage, train, and motivate a team of supervisors, operators, and seasonal workers.
• Maintain accurate records and timely reporting to company directors.
• Ensure full compliance with safety, environmental, and labor regulations.
• Conduct field scouting, yield tracking, and soil health monitoring.
• Manage and supervise expansion to 650ha of irrigation from current 164ha.
• Lead farm expansion projects including:
  • New dam construction
  • Bush clearing
  • Pivot installation
  • Land development and drainage

 
ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted.