TRAFFIC Eastern Cape

FARM MANAGER - MIXED FARMING - FM2262

University of Fort Hare

Job Description

Jeffreys Bay Area - Eastern Cape: An established mixed farming operation is seeking a practical, mechanically minded Farm Manager with strong stockmanship skills and an owner's mentality to take charge of their diverse agricultural enterprise.

The farm includes 130ha of fertile irrigated land and 80ha of pastures, vegetables, and crops, along with beef and sheep operations. The ideal candidate will combine hands-on livestock management expertise with solid crop production knowledge and the ability to maintain and repair farm machinery, vehicles, and infrastructure.

If you're hardworking, proactive, and ready to treat the farm as your own, this could be the career move you've been looking for.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • Agricultural Diploma/Degree advantageous
  • Minimum 3 to 5 years' experience in crop & livestock farming
  • Experience in lucerne, maize & vegetable
  • Experience in livestock (sheep & cattle)
  • Strong management skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Being maintenance orientated essential
  • Valid drivers license

DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO

  • Production of lucerne, maize, vegetables, feed etc.
  • Herd management of cattle, sheep, game as well as pasture management
  • Maintenance of tractors and implements, irrigation, pivots, buildings & new developments
  • Management of rental houses on the farm

ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted

About This Role

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Salary Benchmark
R42,824/month
R29,904 to R59,610/month
Source: WageIndicator ZAR data
Job Outlook
This career will have large numbers of openings.
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