Assistant Farm Manager

About the role

Pidelta, a multi-faceted agri-business established in 1973 known for seed-growing services, crop production, forestry and livestock products, has an opening for an Assistant Farm Manager based in Muden (KZN). The role assists the Farm Manager in the day-to-day management of all farming operations within the business unit.

Key responsibilities

• Operational supervision: assist the Farm Manager in coordinating and supervising daily farm production, plan and monitor tasks for timely and quality completion, and control operational costs related to tasks and inputs.
• Machinery and equipment: inspect all farm equipment before use, carry out basic repairs, adopt a preventative maintenance approach, and ensure safe and correct use of machinery.
• Labour supervision: allocate workers to tasks according to operational plans, supervise permanent and fixed-term contract employees, maintain work quality, apply basic disciplinary procedures where needed, and foster positive, respectful relationships and teamwork.

Required profile

• National Diploma in Agriculture (B.Tech in Agriculture ideal).
• At least 2 years in a similar role such as Farm Supervisor or Junior Farm Manager.
• Fluent in isiZulu, which is essential for communicating with the labour force.
• Willingness to reside in Muden.

Required skills

• Proficiency in MS Word and Excel (advanced proficiency ideal).
• Google Drive experience is advantageous.