Crop Supervisor

A new vacancy has arisen for a Crop Supervisor at a well-run farming enterprise in Ermelo, Mpumalanga.

Hard work and reliability are noticed and rewarded with real advancement. Punctuality, dedication, and a willingness to help others are highly regarded here. It is a busy, practical environment where no two days look quite the same. We look forward to receiving applications from candidates who meet the criteria.

• Prepare budgets and financial forecasts for farming operations, track actual expenditure against projections, and report variances to senior management.
• Operate and oversee maintenance of farm machinery and equipment, scheduling regular servicing to prevent breakdowns during critical operational periods.
• Develop and implement comprehensive crop rotation plans and soil fertility programmes to maintain long-term soil health and sustainable yields.
• Maintain detailed records of all farming activities including input usage, production volumes, weather data, and equipment maintenance logs.
• Oversee all daily farm operations including planting, cultivating, irrigating, harvesting, and post-harvest handling of crops for maximum productivity.
• Manage and supervise a team of farm workers, allocating tasks, providing training on procedures, and ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations.
• Coordinate procurement of seeds, fertilisers, chemicals, animal feed, and other agricultural inputs, ensuring timely and cost-effective purchasing.

• Physical fitness and stamina to work long hours outdoors in varying weather conditions during peak farming seasons.
• Proficiency in using farm management software and Microsoft Office applications for record-keeping and reporting purposes.
• Strong leadership and people management skills with ability to motivate and direct a diverse team of farm workers effectively.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions quickly in response to changing weather or operational conditions.
• A valid driver's licence is essential; a heavy vehicle or tractor licence will be considered an advantage.
• In-depth knowledge of crop production techniques, soil science, pest management, and modern farming practices relevant to South African conditions.
• A minimum of three to five years of practical farming experience in a commercial agricultural environment with demonstrable results.