Job Description
- Practical farm management background with at least 4 years’ experience in a senior position
- Good understanding and experience of farm maintenance including electric game fencing,
- gravel road management, bore holes, basic understanding of solar and land management.
- Experience managing a lucerne production system.
- Excellent people management skills with a focus on training and development
- Team player able to turn their hand to multitude of tasks.
- Wildlife and hospitality experience is desirable but not essential.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO
- Oversee the Reserve Team on a day-to-day basis including setting work schedule, managing.
- leave cycles and managing HR issues.
- Managing the fence line including co-ordinating regular permitter checks, managing repairs
- and planning ongoing maintenance
- Managing road maintenance including planning regular road maintenance, co-ordinating
- larger maintenance projects, and co-ordinating with the guide team to tackle problem areas.
- Responsibility for the Lodge and Staff village water supply including daily checks on
- reservoirs, managing regular maintenance, and troubleshooting issues.
- Managing lucerne production and irrigation
- Overseeing projects on the reserve including erosion control, alien invasive removal, dam
- repairs and spekboom planting
- Managing the radio system including regular maintenance of repeater, managing issuing of
- radios to lodge and reserve team and troubleshooting issues.
- Working closely with the maintenance manger to manage the reserve fleet of vehicles and
- machinery
- Overseeing procurement for the reserve in line with the company’s procurement policy
- Working closely with the lodge team to ensure a high-quality guest experience
ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted.
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About Agriculture/Fisheries/Aquaculturist Jobs in Eastern Cape
The Eastern Cape region in South Africa offers a promising career landscape for individuals interested in the agriculture, fisheries, and aquaculture sectors. These fields are typically driven by a growing demand for food security, sustainable livelihoods, and eco-tourism, making them attractive industries to work in.
Typically, salaries for professionals in these fields range from R400 000 to R1,5 million per annum, depending on factors such as experience, industry sector, and company size. For example, agricultural specialists may earn lower salaries than aquaculture experts with specialized knowledge of water management systems. Salaries can also vary widely within the same industry sector, with larger companies often offering higher compensation packages.
Common skills required for roles in agriculture, fisheries, and aquaculture include a strong foundation in natural sciences such as biology, chemistry, or environmental science; experience with farm management, crop protection, or water quality monitoring; proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software; and excellent communication and project management skills. Additionally, knowledge of sustainable practices, climate change mitigation, and policy development is often highly valued.
The Eastern Cape region is home to a diverse range of industries that commonly employ agriculture, fisheries, and aquaculture professionals, including organic farming, aquaculture, horticulture, and eco-tourism ventures. These sectors often require expertise in areas such as integrated pest management, water conservation, or sustainable land use planning.
Career progression for individuals working in these fields can be influenced by factors such as academic qualifications, relevant work experience, and specialized skills. Typically, entry-level positions may involve supporting roles such as farmhand, research assistant, or fisheries technician, while more senior roles could include agricultural specialist, aquaculture consultant, or environmental manager. Opportunities for career development may arise through participation in professional associations, networking events, or pursuing further education or training certifications.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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