Farm Manager – Robertson Area

About the role

Humankind Group is looking for an experienced, hands‑on Farm Manager to lead production, labour and quality standards for a well‑established operation in the Robertson region. You will be responsible for delivering optimal yields while meeting export and food‑safety requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Manage daily farm production in line with strategic plans.
• Oversee irrigation, fertilisation, chemical applications and pest control at appropriate crop stages.
• Lead all labour matters – staffing, discipline, training and motivation.
• Run packhouse operations, ensuring quality, quantity and efficiency targets.
• Maintain food‑safety and export compliance (e.g., GlobalG.A.P., SIZA).
• Ensure accurate record‑keeping for audits and reporting.
• Manage supplier relationships and coordinate inputs.
• Oversee maintenance of equipment, infrastructure and mechanical assets.
• Contribute to financial planning and operate within approved budgets.

Required profile

• Minimum 10 years farming experience, at least 5 years in a management role.
• Proven ability to manage large production teams.
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English.
• Valid driver’s licence.

Required skills

• Irrigation management
• Fertilisation planning
• Agricultural chemical application
• Pest control
• Packhouse operations
• Quality control
• Food‑safety compliance (GlobalG.A.P., SIZA)
• Excel
• Farm management software

What we offer

• Market‑related remuneration based on experience and qualifications.