Technical/Farm Manager

A well-established citrus farming group based in the Eastern Cape Midlands (Fort Beaufort area) has a vacancy for an experienced Technical/Farm Manager.

The position is responsible for accurate and timely compliance with various operational requirements on a daily basis.

Awesome job opportunity awaits with this progressive and dynamic operation!

Attributes:

• People’s person with the ability to communicate at all levels.
• Must have solid working knowledge of citrus production.
• 5 - 10 years practical experience in citrus production.
• Excellent record keeping.
• MS Office literate.
• Must be able to transfer skills and knowledge.
• Must be organised, able to work under pressure and committed.
• Technical competence with a proven track record in farming.
• Familiar with legal and market access requirements.
• Good working knowledge of LRA.
• Knowledge of automated irrigation systems.
• Proven ability at calibrating spray machinery is essential.
• Experience in basic trial and comparison of products will be advantageous.
• Mechanical experience and knowledge will be advantageous.

Qualifications

• Not essential but advantageous.
• Valid Drivers Licence essential.