MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSGrade 12Relevant Qualification in Agriculture/Farming would be advantageous.Minimum of 2-5 years experience in farming/ managerial roleCode C1(10) Drivers Licence COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS REQUIREDExcellent planning and organisational skills with attention to detailStrong leadership skills and ability to work confidently in a groupExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsStrong problem-solving skills with a can-do attitudeExcellent time management skillsAbility to MultitaskFlexibility KEY ACCOUNTABILITY AREASEnsure timely and accurate execution of production tasks as communicated by and agreed with the Production ManagerMeasurement and collection of relevant data to provide feedback in terms of measuring efficacies of production against protocols and planningImplement, Measure and evaluate the efficacies of sprays, pruning and irrigation, contract workers and provide feedback to Production ManagerManagement of stock, labour and production costs, record keeping and reports to Production ManagerMotivate, mentor, coach and manage a team of workers, with special reference to supervisors and scoutsRegular meetings with scouts to ensure Pest & Disease identification and management system run efficiently.Communicate and motivate interventions with regards to pest, irrigation, pruning and other production related matters due to specific visual interpretation, discrepancies, or deviances from the standard.Make cost effective decisions.Manage the farm discipline.Effective placing and development of subordinates under your control through training and creating opportunities for innovationResponsible for production admin in your zone including the following records: o Fertigation, Irrigation, Pest control, Production (yield), Orchard Management, weed control, Harvesting.Upkeep of personnel admin of subordinates under your control including ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted.