TECHNICAL FARM MANAGER - WATER, PLANT & PRODUCTION - FM2443

Farm Management

Western Cape, South Africa

February 3, 2026

Full-time

Seeking a hands on, technically strong Operations / Farm Manager to take full responsibility for site operations, with critical focus on irrigation management, compost production, screening plant operations, and equipment maintenance.

This role is not suited to a traditional crop or livestock farm manager. It requires strong mechanical, water, and industrial operations experience.

• Strong diesel mechanical and operational background.
• Proven experience with boreholes, pumps, and irrigation systems.
• Proven experience with VSDs and pump control systems.
• Proven experience with screening plants or industrial processing equipment.
• 5+ years' experience in Composting, waste management, recycling, quarrying, mining, or Agri-processing.
• Hands on, practical, and solution driven.
• Valid driver's licence.

• Manage, install, and repair boreholes, pump houses, and water distribution end to end.
• Setup and manage irrigation systems from pump house to sprinklers/sprayers.
• Program and operate pump start/stop systems and VSDs.
• Manage pressure, flow rates, and moisture control for composting.

• Plan compost production and screening schedules.
• Adjust production for wet winter conditions and seasonal variation.
• Optimise moisture levels to improve screening efficiency.

• Oversee screening plants, conveyors, motors, gearboxes and pumps.
• Manage loaders, excavators, and material handlers.
• Implement preventative maintenance and manage breakdowns.

• Full control of site operations, housekeeping, and material flow.
• Ensure litter picking and removal of foreign matter before dispatch.
• Coordinate dispatch and ensure orders are delivered on time.
• Maintain high product quality standards.

• Enforce health & safety compliance and PPE use.
• Supervise and manage operators and general workers.
• Allocate daily tasks and production targets.

ONLY short listed candidates will be contacted.