Job Description
- 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
 
 
ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted.
                    
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