Introduction:
Pidelta is a professional modern multi-faceted agri-business with a wide range of products and services.
Description:
Pidelta is the go-to company for seed-growing services for a range of crops and climate types, with a long history and an excellent track record in crop production, forestry, and livestock products. Established in 1973, Pidelta has grown into an extensive agricultural concern with farming enterprises across South Africa.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Attention to detail: Infrastructure maintenanceFarm and Equipment appearance, tidiness and presentation, company imageEnvironmental awareness, invader species, protection of wildlife, soil erosion, safe and responsible handling of chemicalsEnsuring compliance with government regulations and health and safety standards.Keeping an up-to-date knowledge of pests and diseases. Accountability: Management of performance and wellbeing of staffProtection and maintenance of company assetsTaking responsibility for outcomes as per the annual cropping programEnsuring all staff adheres to health and safety regulations.Organising maintenance/repair of farm property, equipment, and machinery. Communication: Clear and consistent communication with colleagues and staffClear and consistent communication with managementClear and consistent communication with suppliers and customersBroader community involvementDisplaying willingness and engaging positively in a team environment Optimizing inputs and outputs: Analysis of outputs and resultsMeasurement of outputsMonitoring the outcomes and effectiveness of the deployed resourcesEnsuring high quality of outputsTimeliness of various processes during the seasonCareful management and control of input resourcesAnalysing existing operations, crops, staff, and financial documents and recommending improvementsPreparing plans and schedules for planting and harvesting and ensuring staff understands expectations.Ensuring seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, and other supplies are regularly restocked.Scheduling repairs, maintenance, and replacement of equipment and machineryMaking sure that work is done safely and in time to meet targets and orders.Responding to emergencies and solving problems effectively. Financial awareness: Understanding the budgetDiscipline to stick to the budget.Awareness of progress during the yearBudget management.Collaborating with senior staff to prepare budgets and financial reports.Ensuring that the farm is profitable and meets projected financial targets.Budgeting and maintaining accurate records. Planning of Farming Operations: Accurate planning of schedules and harvesting to accommodate all facets of the business.Plan the process flow and troubleshoot challenges.Plan all farm operations and expansions as per seasonal requirements.Prepare and Manage budget for approval and then manage the budget.Implement solutions where problems occur.Ensure accurate record keeping for future reference Operational Task Execution: Supervise farm production tasks.Plan and implement planning to ensure tasks are completed on time and be of high quality and within cost.Devise effective spray and nutrition programmes.Manage costs spent on task and operations.Knowledge of intensive vegetable production Machinery and Equipment Maintenance: Inspect implements and equipment before they are used.Repair any damage or potential problems.Act in a preventative manner regarding implements and equipment.Ensure that implements and equipment are operated correctly and that no abuse accidents occur. Labour Supervision (Fluent in Zulu): Ensure that all statutory and legal requirements are adhered to.Allocate employees per task and requirements.Manage and supervise employees to ensure optimum productivity.Ensure quality of tasks executed.Implement basic disciplinary processes as and when required.Ensure that good relationships are developed and kept with both permanent and Fixed Term Workers Requirements: Experience: 10 Years Farm Manager experience. Vegetable farming experience is a prerequisite.Education: Bachelor's in Agriculture, Fluent in Zulu.Training: On the job Training, Basic Computer Skills. Plennegy (Pty) Ltd was founded in 1955 and is both a trading and holding company with its core business related to agriculture and property investments. Together with its associated companies, the group develops, produces, and distributes seed, as well as supplies farming equipment, fuel, and vehicles to the agricultural and retail industries.
With a reach that extends across South Africa, Africa, and over fifty countries worldwide, we are committed to an extensive research program to continually develop new seeds and products, improved farming practices, and the provision of superior agricultural solutions and service.
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