South Africa: CROPPING SECTION MANAGER posted by Farm Manager SA

• Tertiary qualification in agriculture.
• Three years’ experience in cropping.
• Additional certifications are advantageous.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Valid Passport with a minimum of 5 years before expiration.

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Proven experience in cropping operations, with a focus on wheat, soya and maize. Demonstrated ability to oversee and implement various programs, which promote improved production efficiency and productivity.
• Familiarity with industry practices and professional standards.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Integrity and professional ethics.
• Teamwork skills.
• Time management.
• The ability to work independently and to strict deadlines.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to adapt and work in potentially challenging conditions and situations.
• Effective resource management.
• Ability to diagnose and effectively treat potential issues with the crops being grown.
• Understanding of modern technology is beneficial.
• Understanding of various crop requirements and the management of them.
• Experience with and ability to utilise modern technology.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Planning and implementing cropping programs, which promote sustainability and consistent improvements in soil fertility and health.
• Implementing a sound crop rotation strategy.
• Managing planting, spraying and fertilising programs, in consultation with senior management and external consultants.
• Procurement of required inputs, in advance of the next cropping season.
• Creating and managing budgets.
• Ensuring the correct implementation of irrigation, to promote maximized yields and optimized use of resources.
• Promoting soil fertility, through the use of regenerative practices, such as cover-cropping. Installation of new infrastructure such as irrigation, sheds and fertilizer and grain storage facilities.
• Provide a weekly report to senior management.
• Work closely with our procurement and logistics team, to ensure sustainable stock levels of all required items and inputs.
• Maintenance of grain storage facilities.
• Production of compost and other related organic inputs.
• Planning and implementing pre and post season equipment inspections.
• Monitoring usage and service records of equipment.
• Monitoring and recording usage of chemicals, fertilisers and other inputs.
• Utilise modern technology to ensure precision and maximise efficiency.
• Assist with management of citrus orchards.

ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted.