Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant

The Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant will manage and supervise a team of farm workers, operate and oversee maintenance of farm machinery and coordinate procurement.

This is an on-site role in Port Shepstone, KwaZulu-Natal. Good humour and professionalism sit side by side here. You will enjoy modern facilities and the equipment needed to do the job well. Get in touch with your application and start the conversation.

• Liaise with agricultural extension officers, veterinarians, agronomists, and other specialists to access technical expertise and stay current with industry developments.
• Manage and supervise a team of farm workers, allocating tasks, providing training on procedures, and ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations.
• Maintain detailed records of all farming activities including input usage, production volumes, weather data, and equipment maintenance logs.
• Prepare budgets and financial forecasts for farming operations, track actual expenditure against projections, and report variances to senior management.
• Oversee all daily farm operations including planting, cultivating, irrigating, harvesting, and post-harvest handling of crops for maximum productivity.
• Develop and implement comprehensive crop rotation plans and soil fertility programmes to maintain long-term soil health and sustainable yields.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant agricultural legislation, food safety standards, and environmental regulations applicable to farming operations.

• A degree or diploma in agriculture, agronomy, animal science, horticulture, or a related field from a recognised agricultural college or university.
• Proficiency in using farm management software and Microsoft Office applications for record-keeping and reporting purposes.
• Physical fitness and stamina to work long hours outdoors in varying weather conditions during peak farming seasons.
• Experience with irrigation system design, installation, and maintenance including drip, pivot, and sprinkler systems.
• 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.
• A minimum of three to five years of practical farming experience in a commercial agricultural environment with demonstrable results.