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Paarl: FARM MANAGER

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About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Farm Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of our olive farm in Paarl. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in agriculture, business management, and leadership skills. They will be responsible for managing and motivating teams, increasing production and growth, and maintaining high standards of hygiene and pest control.

Key Responsibilities

  • Grove Management: Cultivate and maintain the quality of our olive groves.
  • Chemical Pest Control: Apply pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers to crops as necessary.
  • Fertilizer programme: Implement a fertilizer program to promote healthy plant growth.
  • Pruning: Regularly prune trees to ensure optimal fruit production.
  • Irrigation Development: Develop and implement irrigation systems to optimize water usage.
  • Maintenance of farm vehicles, tractors, and equipment: Keep all vehicles in working condition at all times.

Requirements

  • Knowledge of crops growth and diseases
  • Experience with planting olive trees
  • Harvesting of fruit by hand and machine
  • Identifying plants, pests, and weeds
  • Applying pesticides, herbicides or fertilizers to crops.
  • Business Management knowledge and experience
  • Mathematical and strategic planning skills essential
  • Managerial Skills: Human resources, Good leadership, Must be able to manage and motivate teams.

Qualifications

Agricultural Qualification (preferably)

Salary & Benefits

No salary information available.

How to Apply

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About Manufacturing Jobs in Drakenstein

Manufacturing positions in Drakenstein, South Africa are part of the broader manufacturing sector, which typically employs a significant workforce in the region. Generally, these roles involve overseeing production processes, ensuring quality control, and managing supply chains to meet customer demand. Typically, manufacturing professionals in this area work in industries such as food processing, automotive, or aerospace.

Typically, salaries for manufacturing positions in Drakenstein vary widely depending on factors like experience, company size, and industry sector. Common broad salary ranges for these roles can be expected to fall between R400 000 and R700 000 per annum, although actual salaries may be higher or lower, depending on individual circumstances.

Common skills required for manufacturing positions include mechanical aptitude, problem-solving abilities, communication skills, attention to detail, leadership qualities, and knowledge of production processes and quality control methods. Generally, a strong understanding of engineering principles, supply chain management, and inventory control is also highly valued in these roles.

Manufacturing professionals can be found across various industry sectors, including the automotive industry, aerospace manufacturing, and food processing plants. Often, these companies operate large-scale facilities that require skilled personnel to manage production lines, maintain equipment, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Career development opportunities for manufacturing professionals in Drakenstein are diverse and varied. Typically, career progression paths involve moving into supervisory or management roles, taking on specialized responsibilities such as project management or quality control, or transitioning into related fields like engineering or logistics.


This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.

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