Job Summary:

The Farm Manager to oversee daily farm operations, optimize productivity, and ensure sustainable agricultural practices. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, hands-on farming experience, and a deep understanding of modern agricultural techniques.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan, organize, and supervise daily farming activities, including planting, irrigation, fertilization, pest control, and harvesting.
• Ensure efficient use of resources (land, labor, equipment, and inputs) to maximize yield and profitability.
• Implement and monitor crop rotation, soil management, and sustainable farming practices.

• Oversee animal husbandry, feeding programs, breeding, and health management.
• Ensure compliance with animal welfare standards and biosecurity measures.

• Recruit, train, and manage farm workers, ensuring high productivity and adherence to safety protocols.
• Schedule work assignments and monitor performance to meet farm objectives.

• Prepare and manage farm budgets, control costs, and optimize expenditure.
• Maintain records of farm operations, including production data, inventory, and financial reports.

• Oversee the maintenance and repair of farm machinery, tools, and infrastructure.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of farm inputs (seeds, fertilizers, pesticides).

• Implement health and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.

• Liaise with suppliers, buyers, and distributors to ensure smooth farm-to-market operations.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Animal Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 4 years of farm management experience.
• Strong knowledge of modern farming techniques, irrigation systems, and pest/disease control.
• Proficiency in farm machinery operation and maintenance.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing weather/seasonal conditions.
• Ability to think outside the box in developing campaigns and promotional strategies.

How to Apply

Send your CV as an attachment to jobs@bondrichadvisorygroup.com. Please quote the name of the job title in the subject line.

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