Grabouw: KIWI FARM PRODUCTION MANAGER

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Relevant degree in Agriculture and or Diploma in Horticulture Background in fruit farming with a minimum of 5 years managing in production operations. Experience supervising and training production teams. Strong knowledge of fruit farming techniques, equipment, and regulations. Ability to manage budgets and operations efficiently. Strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Computer skills in Excel, Word, Power point. Knowledge of Irrigation systems, Netafim Fertigation programmes, Irrigator Control Systems Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Good understanding of required export quality standards. Willing to work irregular and long hours unique to the Kiwi season. General business acumen SKILLS REQUIRED Facilitation, Coordination & Analysis Liaison & Communication High capacity to represent the business. Ability to multitask. Remain attentive in an often-busy environment. Be naturally calm and focused. Be versatile if participation in other types of activity is required. Managing an integrated team. Basic usage of Microsoft Office (Including Excel, Word, PowerPoint & Outlook) BEHAVIORAL COMTENCIES REQUIRED Achievement/ Results driven Flexibility Initiative Integrity Stress tolerance (resilience) Conflict management Team leadership / People management Attention to detail Problem solving Quality service/work management Planning & organising Self-Management ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted