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Our client in the citrus industry, in Fort Beaufort, is looking to employ a Technical Manager who will report to the Senior Farm Manager. They offer a competitive salary with includes housing vehicle, provident fund and cellphone.
Minimum requirements:
5+ years’ experience in a similar role in the citrus industry – non-negotiableValid driver’s license
Related qualification advantageous
AVCASA and BASOS certification advantageous
Technically strong e.g., irrigation scheduling, spray calibration etc.
Mechanical knowledge
Preventative maintenance orientated
Knowledge on general agricultural practices (H&S, SIZA, GlobalG.A.P)
Computer literate
Strong admin skills
Strong motivational & leadership skills relating to a big workforce
Deadline driven
Ability to work under pressure
Willingness to work overtime
The potential candidate must possess a moderate level of fitness and be in good health
Ability to speak Xhosa advantageous
Duties & Responsibilities
Under the guidance of the Senior Farm Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for the co-ordination, execution, and follow-up of the following:COMPLIANCE
SIZA (Social and Environmental)
A.P
Health & Safety
Co-ordination of internal/external training
PPECB, DAFF orchard inspections
Environmental and Social Governance
Co-ordination of all audits (SIZA, GlobalG.A.P etc.)
TECHNICAL
Irrigation & Chemical applications
Automation of irrigation systems
Chemical applications & spray instructions
Fertilizer applications
Crop manipulation
Pruning
Girdling
Foliar feeds
Gibb applications
Trial studies
Testing and analysis of new products
Data capturing
Monthly analysis & reporting
Farm maintenance
Calibration of spray machines
General knowledge of maintenance of farm vehicles and equipment
Calibration and use of GPS precision spreading.
Production
Work in conjunction with Managers and supervisors to ensure the following:
Co-ordination of picking teams
General supervision of farm employees
Ensure effective communication, co-ordination, and planning during picking season
Motivate and improve productivity of employees
Cost management
SECTOR: Agriculture
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Somerset West - My client, a leading fruit exporting company based in the Western Cape is seeking to employ a Technical Manager: Blueberries, with min 5 years experience in advising blueberry growers. The successful candidate must have a Bsc Horticulture or related degree and must be prepared to travel through South Africa and internationally as well.Duties will include:Pre-season planning Assist producers with preparing the crop according to customer requirementsAssist with getting crop estimates from producers.Obtain customer specifications (quality & due diligence) and interpret them.Compile Packing Guide specifications in user friendly format. Distribute it to all pack housesEnsure spray records and Globalgap certificates are collected. Compile a residue sampling plan and communicate it with pack housesPrepare QC Agreements for communication to all customers by Commercial Managers. Visit producers and check on crop qualityCompile Crop Update with industry estimates and email it to customersAssist Commercial Manager with packaging material customer base and packaging requirements.Assist head of team with procurement.In-season responsibilities: Ensuring that fruit is picked & packed to spec, by visiting farms and pack houses.Draw residue samples as required.Check residue results and take appropriate corrective and preventative action in required. Monitor shelf-life samples at pack houses.Visits cold stores to check quality and handling of product when necessaryRespond to all technical queries from customers and producers.Assist with / co-ordinate any Customer visits or audits.Write bi-weekly Crop Updates for customers. Ensure QC reports are received, checked, captured and forwarded to producers.Assist producers / pack houses with DAFF special markets registrationKeep up to date with technical matters in the industry, and communicate this to the producers.Relationship management of producers and customersHACCP team member with the responsibility for food safety as requiredPost-season responsibilities Compile End of Season technical / quality reports per producer and customersEnd of season review discussions with producers and customers to find ways to improve our performance.End of season review with Stone Fruit team to find ways to improve our performance. Visit producers and pack houses to implement proposed changes / improvements. Assist the Head : Stone Fruit Business Unit with procurement. Assist the Head : Stone Fruit Business Unit with day to day responsibilitiesRequirements:BSC Horticulture or related degreeMin 5 years experience within the blueberry industry non-negotiableMust be fully-bilingualWillingness to travelStrong people and communication skillsAbility to work as part of a team
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Agricultural
Machine Operator & Mechanical Manager
Mixed farming
enterprise in the Eastern Free State (near Ladybrand) requires a competent and
reliable addition to this family-run team. The focus of the role falls strongly
in cropping – in operating and maintaining agricultural machinery. However, the
other aspects of the role will be aligned to the applicant’s skill set and the
farm’s seasonal priorities.
REQUIREMENTS
Previous agricultural
machinery operator experience – particularly combining & spraying.
Minimum 3 yearsMechanic trade certificate
or diploma advantageous“Mechanically-minded”Proven experience working
and repairing farm related implementsExperience in or managing a
factory / warehouse / processing facility advantageousFlexibility in a mixed
farming enterprise – taking on responsibilities based on the season and
farming requirements; as well as the applicant’s skill setValid driver’s licenseAbility to communicate in
English and Sotho; and work as part of a team
PACKAGE
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Salary based on experience
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Accommodation on the farm provided
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Vehicle for farm-use supplied
APPLICATION
To apply for the position, please submit brief CV. Please include
specific information on your mechanical experience, as well as reference
contact details.
Note that should you not receive a reply, your application has not been
successful. We appreciate your time in sending your CV.
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