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Job Summary Job title: Farm Business Manager Our client is looking to hire an experienced, self-motivated and target driven Farm Business Manager for their berry-farm in Amajuba, Charlestown . The purpose of the Role: Taking ownership of overall operations on Farm, to carry out the mandate cost effectively with the highest level of cooperation and best productivity to meet set targets and outcomes. To ensure the company remain on a competitive level. Responsibilities: Plan finances and labour to meet production outcomes and maintain farm progress against budget parameters Develop and implement appropriate programme per field, per crop on all growing aspects in consultation with Technical Advisors, Consultants and Management, adjust accordingly Plan, action, orientate and monitor outcomes of production plan and adjust to meet with crop performance and quality results Procurement of all material and equipment within set budgets are monitored, approved and deadlines met to meet production requirements and ensuring effective asset management and control Oversee the establishment and implementation of maintenance plans of all equipment to ensure high levels of production maintained Develop and evaluate stock control management throughout farm to minimize losses and maximize asset usage for effective production operations Evaluate and develop appropriate climatic risk management strategies to minimize loss of property and life Evaluate and develop appropriate logistics plan to meet all operational requirements Evaluate and develop estate management needs and prepare annual estate management plan to ensure each production area meet required standards as per Legislation and Audit Standards Evaluate and develop an effective security management strategy to eliminate risk to property and person Monitor and enforce all health and safety measures according to legislation and company safety plan. Evaluate and establish customer specifications and growing forecasts to establish strategic plans to meet customer needs. Adhere to and implement food safety compliance standards as set out by the relevant auditing authority Relationship building with all relevant stake holders to ensure best results Candidate Requirements Relevant Tertiary qualification At least 10 years' experience as a senior manager in agriculture including management of a large workforce Experience in a horticultural environment and/or substrate farming would be an advantage Excellent planning and project management skills and experience Financial acumen, including budgeting and financial controls Possess excellent leadership, organisational and communication skills This position is in office and is full-time . Starting date : As soon as possible Location: Amajuba, Charlestown. Salary : R55 000-R65 000 CTC depending on experience Please apply online if you meet the above-mentioned requirements. Please assume that your application was unsuccessful If you have not been contacted within 4 weeks.

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