Farm and Agricultural Manager - DurbanFull job descriptionThe incumbent will report to the Estate Agricultural Manager and will lead and manage farm operational activities to maintain and grow the sugar cane production capacity of the cane growing area. The incumbent will further be responsible for managing all operations on the farm including budgets, human resources, environmental and risk managementKey performance areasMaintaining and growing the supply of good quality sugar cane on the farmDeveloping work programs to ensure achievement of Crop ForecastsDeveloping, reviewing and controlling operational budgetsManaging all aspects of the cane growing operations from crop husbandry, crop removal and all ancillary support services such as vehicle fleet managementManaging farm safety ,health ,environment and riskManaging farm assets and infrastructureManaging local farm forumsMinimum specifications / Requirements areasA S.A.S.A Senior Certificate in Agriculture or a qualification of a similar standing.A Degree or Diploma in Agriculture or a qualification of a similar standing would be an advantage.At least five years’ experience in the field of sugar cane production.Be computer literate.Transport and Logistic Qualification would be an added advantageGood disciplinary and attendance recordsHave good understanding of OHS Act.Have a code 8 Drivers licenseThe ability to communicate effectively in isiZulu.
