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South Africa: GENERAL MANAGER – CROPPING posted by Farm Manager SA

South Africa: GENERAL MANAGER – CROPPING posted by Farm Manager SA

Company
Farm Manager SA

Location
South Africa

Job Type
Agriculture/Fisheries/Aquaculturist

Job Description

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
 

  • A degree or diploma in Agronomy, Agriculture, Crop Science, or a related field.
  • Minimum 7 years’ experience in commercial row cropping, including direct responsibility for large-scale operations.
  • Proven experience managing center pivots and other irrigation systems.
  • Strong mechanical knowledge and ability to maintain and troubleshoot farm machinery – John Deere equipment.
  • Proficient in budgeting, planning, and agronomic record keeping.
  • High level of computer literacy, including Microsoft Excel and farming software/tools.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Must be hands-on, proactive, and capable of working independently under pressure.

 
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO
 

  • Manage two commercial-scale farms and their cropping teams.
  • Operate and maintain center pivot irrigation systems effectively.
  • Ensure optimal use and servicing of all farm machinery – including tractors, planters, sprayers, and combine harvesters.
  • Provide hands-on mechanical support and technical direction for all agricultural equipment.
  • Lead all crop budgeting, input planning, and cost control measures to ensure profitability.
  • Oversee land preparation, planting, spraying, fertilization, harvesting, and storage logistics.
  • Manage, train, and motivate a team of supervisors, operators, and seasonal workers.
  • Maintain accurate records and timely reporting to company directors.
  • Ensure full compliance with safety, environmental, and labor regulations.
  • Conduct field scouting, yield tracking, and soil health monitoring.
  • Manage and supervise expansion to 650ha of irrigation from current 164ha.
  • Lead farm expansion projects including:
    • New dam construction
    • Bush clearing
    • Pivot installation
    • Land development and drainage
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