South Africa: Cropping Section Manager posted by Farm Manager SA

Date	2024-06-09
Job Title	Cropping Section Manager
Employer	Farm Manager SA More Information
Salary	0
Category	Professions
Location	South Africa / South Africa

Job Summary

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

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.

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Cropping Section Manager position available in South Africa, South Africa. This job position was posted by Farm Manager SA. The job has been posted as a char8000 ad on 2024-06-09 at 01:03:03 in the Professions category

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