Somerset West: FARMS PRODUCTION OFFICER

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Oversee full production operations from nursery to post-harvest dispatch Manage and optimise approximately: 1,649.6 hectares of citrus (19.9ha mangoes) 94.2 hectares of grapes Lead and coordinate farming teams across four sites: Limpopo, Western Cape, and Eastern Cape Build and manage productive relationships with internal teams, growers, and strategic partners Ensure production meets cost, quality, and timeline requirements Drive strategic planning for current farms and future developments Manage budgets, cashflow, forecasting, and financial performance Align farming practices with regulatory, market, and quality standards Develop, lead, and nurture talent across the farming units MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Bachelors degree in Agriculture, Business, or Management (advanced degree advantageous) 1015 years senior experience in the citrus and/or grape industry from primary production through to market standards Proven experience in external grower relations and working with executives and production teams Strong business acumen, financial planning, and operational management ability Excellent leadership, communication, and crisis management skills Ability to work under pressure and manage complex, multi-site environments Proficiency in relevant agricultural systems and computer packages Demonstrated ability to drive people performance and build high-performing teams ATTRIBUTES Strategic thinker with an analytical mindset Strong interpersonal and relationship-building ability Innovative and solutions-driven Confident brand representative with strong client engagement skills Able to influence, develop, and retain key talent