AREA MANAGER

Swellendam, Western Cape Heidelberg, Western Cape
Permanent
Full-time

9 days ago

Swellendam Area – Western Cape: An established producer, packer, and exporter of citrus and table grapes is looking for a hands-on Area Manager to oversee operations in the Swellendam and Riviersonderend regions. With multiple production units and packhouses across the Western Cape, this business is seeking a practical leader with a passion for agriculture, strong people management skills, and a drive for operational excellence.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Proven farm management experience in production agriculture
Strong leadership, administrative, and analytical skills
Solid grasp of production, infrastructure, and people management
Production knowledge of Citrus and/or Avocado’s will be to your advantage
Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
Commitment to quality, compliance, and continuous improvement

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO

Overseeing budgets, cost management, and financial reporting
Managing all aspects of farm production, including orchard health, crop quality, new developments, and collaborating with external partners
Maintaining infrastructure through regular inspections, repairs, and identifying efficiency improvements
Handling human resources: workforce planning, training, compliance, audits, and staff well-being
Building strong relationships with head office, consultants, customers, and staff
Supporting and developing your team, maintaining motivation, and addressing issues that impact morale

ONLY short-listed candidates will be contactedFor more information please contact:Farm Manager

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