Job Description

An exciting opportunity is available for a motivated individual in our client's Farming division in the Western Free State region (Wesselsbron / Bothaville / Welkom). The ideal candidate should possess a minimum of a tertiary qualification, either a BSC in Agriculture or a BComm in Agricultural Economics, coupled with a demonstrated track record of at least 5 years managing farms, with practical expertise in farm row crops.

Role Overview: In this role, you will be responsible for planning, executing, managing, and reporting on designated farming units.

Key Responsibilities:

Planning:

• Collaborate with the Operations Manager and Contractors to develop comprehensive crop production plans for maize, soybeans, sunflower, wheat, and cotton.
• Provide chemical and fertilizer recommendations in consultation with chemical representatives and agronomists.
• Develop a budget for each unit, covering various scenarios, in coordination with the Operations Manager.
• Evaluate input prices and farming practices to determine optimal production plans.

Execution:

• Implement production plans within the allocated budget, working closely with the Operations Manager and Farming Contractors.
• Ensure timely and accurate land preparations.
• Oversee planting and input application according to the production plan.
• Coordinate input deliveries and contracting services.
• Manage the delivery of harvested crops to designated silos or end-point destinations.

Managing:

• Support and coordinate Farming Contractors in their day-to-day activities and decision-making.
• Conduct regular visits to designated farming units to address challenges and monitor progress.
• Manage on-farm stock, storage, and regular stocktaking.

Reporting:

• Provide frequent updates and reports on crop progress and projected production outcomes for designated farming units.
• Report on factors influencing crops, potential damage, and solutions.
• Monitor and report on the planned budget and factors affecting it.
• Track on-farm and storage facility stock quantities.
• Report daily rainfall from farms.
• Complete and update pre-harvest crop estimates.
• Report deliveries and reconcile with Support from Stellenbosch.

Core Competencies:

• Customer focus: Prioritize both internal and external stakeholders.
• Communication: Listen actively and contribute ideas.
• Teamwork: Collaborate and seek input from others.
• Initiative: Proactively drive processes and tasks.
• Innovation: Generate creative ideas and solutions.
• Ownership & Accountability: Take responsibility for decisions and actions.
• Management: Provide constructive and timely feedback.
• Detail orientation: Organized and meticulous attention to detail.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience with ERP systems.

General:

• Operational in Western Free State xe2x80x93 Wesselsbron / Bothaville / Welkom.
• Reports to Senior Farming Field Manager.
• Salary includes market-related basic salary, Travel and Car Allowance, Provident Fund, and Medical Aid benefits.
• Reliable vehicle, preferably a utility (4x4 / bakkie), required.
• Relocation expenses covered as required.

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