WORKSHOP & FLEET MANAGER - BERRY FARM - TZANEEN

The farm is situated near Tare n taal rand Crossing on the Deerpark Road and specialises in berry production and marketing .

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the reliability and efficiency of all farm assets, including machinery, vehicles, irrigation systems, and buildings, to maintain high productivity.

Position Specifications

• Preventative Maintenance Scheduling • Workshop Management & Safety • Project Planning Must have excellent time management s kills . • Good written and spoken English skills • Equipment Maintenance and Mechanical repairs : Perform daily, weekly inspections on vehicle and equipment with proper recordkeeping , schedule, and document preventative and corrective maintenance on tractors, implements, and farm machinery. • Infrastructure Repair: F arm buildings , Fences, Pumproom and Boreholes . • Operations Support: Assist with ensuring all equipment is ready for key seasonal activities such as planting , crop spraying and harvesting. • Inventory Control: Monitor, order, and maintain an inventory of spare parts and workshop tools. • Safety & Compliance: Ensure all maintenance activities comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations. • Team Management: Supervise maintenance staff or contractors to complete tasks efficiently.

Person requirements:

• Proven experience as a Workshop and Fleet Maintenance Manager, Maintenance Technician, or similar role in an agricultural setting.
• Must have relevant Mechanical qualification and minimum of 3 years practical experience in the maintenance of Petrol and Diesel vehicles, tractors and Farm equipment.
• Strong technical knowledge of hydraulic, electrical, and diesel systems.
• Valid driver's license (Class C1 or similar required for farm equipment).
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Weekend work and overtime as required by Farm operations.
• Proficiency in diagnosing and fixing machinery issues promptly.

Closing date for applications: Friday, 2 7 February 2026.

Starting date: As soon as possible or m utually agreed date.

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S hould you not receive correspondence by 13 March 2026 , please regard your application as being unsuccessful.