Pidelta: Assistant Farm Manager

Pidelta is a professional modern multi-faceted agri-business with a wide range of products and services. The go-to company for seed-growing services for a range of crops and climate types, Pidelta has a long history and an excellent track record in the areas of crop production, forestry and livestock products. Established in 1973 with the primary function of producing parent seed and seed maize for Africa's largest seed supplier, Pidelta has grown into an extensive agricultural concern with farming enterprises across South Africa.

The following position has become available for an Assistant Farm Manager, based in Muden (KZN).

The purpose of this role is assisting the senior manager in day-to-day management of all farming operations on the business unit.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operational Task Supervision

• Assist the Farm Manager in coordinating and supervising daily farm production activities.
• Plan and monitor tasks to ensure timely and quality completion.
• Monitor and control operational costs related to tasks and inputs.

Machinery and Equipment Maintenance

• Conduct routine inspections of all farm equipment and implements prior to use.
• Identify and carry out basic repairs to avoid equipment failure and reduce downtime.
• Adopt a preventative maintenance approach to ensure equipment reliability and longevity.
• Ensure correct and safe use of machinery and prevent misuse or abuse.

Labour Supervision (Fluent in isiZulu is essential)

• Allocate workers to specific tasks in alignment with the farm’s operational plans.
• Supervise and manage both permanent and fixed-term contract employees for maximum productivity.
• Monitor and maintain the quality of completed work.
• Apply basic disciplinary procedures when necessary in accordance with company policy.
• Foster positive and respectful relationships with all employees, promoting teamwork and motivation.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

• Minimum: National Diploma in Agriculture.
• Ideal: B.Tech in Agriculture.

Training:

• Minimum: Proficiency in MS Word and Excel.
• Ideal: Advanced proficiency in MS Word and Excel. Google Drive experience is advantageous. 

Experience:

• At least 2 years in a similar role such as Farm Supervisor or Junior Farm Manager.

Language:

• Fluency in isiZulu is essential for effective communication with the labour force.

Location:

• Must be willing to reside in Muden.