Production Manager

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Our client, located between Laingsburg and Ladysmith is looking for a dynamic, reliable and experienced Production Manager for their farming operation.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day management of 43 hectares of deciduous fruit, primarily stone fruit, as well as overseeing a livestock enterprise.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Full production management of 43 ha of deciduous fruit (predominantly stone fruit)
• On-farm drying facility for own production and fresh produce supplied by neighbouring farms (seasonal handling of volumes more than 1000 fresh tonnes)
• Planning, coordination, and implementation of all orchard activities and production processes
• Staff supervision and labour planning
• Irrigation and fertilization management
• Quality control and harvest planning
• Handle and utilize the administration related to production to promote efficiency
• Oversight and management of livestock operations (± 50 ewes)
• Compliance with health, safety, and agricultural regulations

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 5-8 years’ experience in deciduous fruit production
• Relevant qualification (diploma / degree in horticulture, soil science, etc.)
• Proven experience in people management
• Administrative skills with good computer literacy
• Extensive knowledge of modern farming practices which should include orchard establishment, pruning, tree manipulation, irrigation etc.
• A code 10-14 / C1-EC licence with PDP would be an advantage.