Cape Town City Centre: General Manager

Farm Manager / General Manager Location: Namibia, Farm-based (rural) A well-established agribusiness is seeking a senior, hands-on Farm Manager / General Manager to take full ownership of day-to-day operations and lead the farm with discipline, accountability, and practical expertise. This is a high-presence role suited to an experienced agricultural professional who thrives on being on the ground, solving problems, managing people directly, and running a farming operation as if it were their own. The Role You will be responsible for the full operational performance of the farm, including production, people, infrastructure, and day-to-day decision-making. Acting as the senior on-site leader, you will ensure consistent output, strong plant health, efficient use of resources, and a culture of accountability. Key Responsibilities Lead all farm operations, including greenhouses, nurseries, and production units Take ownership of crop performance, plant health, and production planning Directly manage farm staff and instil discipline, urgency, and accountability Oversee machinery, equipment, and infrastructure maintenance Control operational costs, stock, and resource utilisation Ensure compliance with labour, health, and safety standards Liaise closely with ownership/board on operational performance and priorities (Optional) Support sales, inventory, or commercial coordination, depending on experience The Ideal Candidate A senior, hands-on farm manager or agricultural generalist Strong technical background in horticulture or intensive crop production Comfortable leading from the front and working on the ground Mechanically minded and practically oriented Proven ability to manage teams directly and address underperformance Decisive, firm, and resilient leadership style Commercially aware, with good cost-control instincts Not overly corporate; experience in owner-managed or production-focused environments preferred Working Environment Farm-based role requiring daily on-site presence Rural location; accommodation may be provided Requires flexibility, availability, and a strong sense of ownership Not suited to candidates seeking strict hours or a purely office-based role