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Farm Manager

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Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal
Temporary
Posted 24 June 2026
Temporary Agriculture & Forestry
Job Description

A farming enterprise in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal has a vacancy available for a Farm Manager.

A safety-first, quality-driven approach underpins everything the team does. The workplace is professional, friendly, and geared towards high performance. If that sounds like you, we would be glad to receive your application.

Responsibilities
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant agricultural legislation, food safety standards, and environmental regulations applicable to farming operations.
  • Liaise with agricultural extension officers, veterinarians, agronomists, and other specialists to access technical expertise and stay current with industry developments.
  • Oversee all daily farm operations including planting, cultivating, irrigating, harvesting, and post-harvest handling of crops for maximum productivity.
  • Monitor the health and growth of crops or livestock daily, identifying signs of disease, nutrient deficiency, or pest infestation and taking corrective action.
  • Prepare budgets and financial forecasts for farming operations, track actual expenditure against projections, and report variances to senior management.
  • Maintain detailed records of all farming activities including input usage, production volumes, weather data, and equipment maintenance logs.
Requirements
  • Physical fitness and stamina to work long hours outdoors in varying weather conditions during peak farming seasons.
  • A valid driver's licence is essential; a heavy vehicle or tractor licence will be considered an advantage.
  • Strong leadership and people management skills with ability to motivate and direct a diverse team of farm workers effectively.
  • A minimum of three to five years of practical farming experience in a commercial agricultural environment with demonstrable results.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions quickly in response to changing weather or operational conditions.
  • Experience with irrigation system design, installation, and maintenance including drip, pivot, and sprinkler systems.
Qualifications
Relevant Agricultural Qualification with Extensive Practical Experience
Paid Survey
Job details
Job typeTemporary
ProvinceKwaZulu-Natal
CityPietermaritzburg
CategoryAgriculture & Forestry
Posted24 June 2026
Closing24 July 2026
Recruite Agency
Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal
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