OPERATIONS MANAGER

SUMMARY:
Letsitele area – Limpopo: Our client is looking for an Operations Manager to join the team.
 
The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, organizing, and managing production relayed activities on the farm.

POSITION INFO:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12
• Diploma or degree in agriculture
• Minimum of 5years experience in the production of subtropical fruit & citrus
• Good Knowledge of the establishment, care and cultivation of subtropical fruit & citrus Excellent planning & organisational skills
• Strong leadership skills and ability to work confidently in a group
• Strong problem – solving skills
• Strong budgeting and financial management skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Computer literate.
• Driver’s License

• Overall responsibility for implementation of production strategy of the company through the development of applicable systems and use of existing knowledge and technology.
• Direct, coordinate and manage of production related activities in close collaboration with management.
• Monitoring the production process to ensure quality products, operational management of the farm, maintenance, new development, nutrition, pest, disease and water management.
• Long-term planning to support the company’s goals
• Assessing and analysing departmental budgets to find ways to optimize profitability
• Identifying potential problems, points of friction and finding solutions to maximize efficiency and revenue
• Develop and implement operating methods and procedures for the production section.
• Ensure compliance procedures are followed according to accreditation and management systems to ensure produce can be exported.
• Managing production cost effectively by sound budgeting and strict cost control measures
• Ensure implementation and adherence to occupational health and safety guidelines.
• Participate in the preparation and control of annual production budgets
• Ensure all administrative functions are done accurately and on time