Junior Farming Field Manager

Frank Consult • Other • Bloemfontein, South Africa • 6h ago

Join a highly successful agricultural company in the Free State area . They seek a talented, experienced Junior Farming Field Manager to join their dynamic team. This is an exceptional opportunity to work with a reputable company that values expertise, professionalism, and innovation in the industry. Enjoy competitive compensation, a supportive work culture, and room for professional growth.

Ideal Candidate:

Minimum tertiary qualification: B.Sc. Agriculture or B.Comm Agricultural Economics degree.
Demonstrated work experience of 2 to 3 years is an advantage.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Planning:

Construct crop production plans on Agworld for maize, soybeans, sunflower, wheat, and canola for designated farming units in conjunction with the Senior Field Manager and Farming Contractor.
Make chemical, seed, fertilizer, and lime recommendations in conjunction with respective representatives and agronomists.
Assist in building a set budget for each unit covering all necessary scenarios within an achievable cost range.
Evaluate different input prices and farming practices to determine the most efficient production plan.

Execution:

Execute the production plans within the set budget together with the Senior Field Manager and Farming Contractor.
Oversee accurate and timely land preparations.
Ensure timely planting and application of inputs within correct procedures and circumstances as set out in the production plan.
Ensure timely and accurate delivery of inputs and contracting services.
Coordinate the accurate delivery of harvested crops into designated silos and/or on-farm loading to end-point destinations.

Managing:

Coordinate the Farming Contractor by assisting with day-to-day crop production activities and decision-making.
Take full responsibility for certain farm activities, such as crop spraying, when required.
Continuously visit fields to follow up, solve challenges, and monitor general progress.
Ensure continuous farm visits by agronomists and representatives to evaluate crop development.
Manage on-farm stock with safe storage, regular stock taking, and implementation of inputs.

Reporting:

Frequently update and report on crop progress and project production outcomes based on agronomical characteristics and facts.
Report on factors influencing crops during the season and potential damage and/or solutions.
Report on the planned budget and any factors influencing potential over or under spending.
Manage on-farm and storage facility stock quantities using Shed as an inventory management tool.
Report daily rainfall for all farms.
Complete, report, and update crop estimations pre-harvest.
Report deliveries into designated delivery points of harvested crops and reconcile with reports from the Support team.

Essential Skills:

Self-driven
Good communication skills
Teamwork
Innovative
Ownership & Accountability
Management
Detail-oriented
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Analytical skills
Planning and organizing
Reporting and writing

Desirable Skills:

Knowledge of the grain industry and/or experience in farming/agriculture in South Africa
Agility
Ability to stay focused in a high-intensity and fast-paced working environment

General: