Job Description

General Manager - Operations - NewcastleThe role of GM is available for an intensive farming practice, reporting to the Production director, the successful candidate will be responsible for the overall operations of the Farm.Finance planning to meet Opex and Capex budgetsDevelop and implement Field program in Consultation with Agri StakeholdersPlan, action, orientate and monitor outcomes of production plan and adjust to meet with crop performance and quality resultsProcurement of all material and equipment to meet production requirements and budgetDevelop & implement maintenance plans of all equipmentDevelop and evaluate Inventory system to minimize losses and maximize asset usageEvaluate, develop and implement risk management strategies to minimize lossEvaluate and develop appropriate logistics plan to meet all operational requirementsEvaluate and develop estate management needs and prepare annual plan to meet Legislative and Audit StandardsEvaluate and develop an effective security management strategy to eliminate risk to property and personMonitor and enforce all health and safety measures according to legislationEvaluate specifications and forecasts to establish strategic plans to meet customer needs.Adhere to and implement food safety compliance standards according to auditing authorityRelationship building with all relevant stake holders to ensure best resultsMinimum requirements:Relevant Tertiary qualificationExperience in a horticultural environment and/or substrate farming7-10 yearsxe2x80x99 experience as a Senior Agriculture ManagersExcellent planning and project management skills and experienceFinancial acumen, including budgeting and financial controlsPossess excellent leadership, organisational and communication skillJob Type: Full-timeSalary: R15,163.52 - R63,902.33 per monthAbility to commute/relocate:Newcastle, KwaZulu-Natal: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)Education:Bachelors (Required)Experience:Senior Farm Management: 5 years (Required)Finance Management: 3 years (Required)Soft Fruit or Vegetable Farming: 1 year (Preferred)Table Grape Farming: 1 year (Preferred)Expected Start Date: 2024/01/05

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