Professions - Agriculture/Fisheries/Aquaculturist White River FULL TIME Job Summary Minimum requirements: * Grade 12 and any additional agricultural qualification will be advantageous * Minimum of 5 years experience in a seminal management position * Stable working history * Must be fluent in Afrikaans and English * Valid driver’s license * Experience with the following: Orchard Management: * Plan, develop, and maintain the macadamia orchard, ensuring it is well-organized and efficiently laid out * Oversee planting, grafting, and tree care to ensure healthy macadamia trees Crop Monitoring: * Regularly inspect trees for signs of disease, pests, or nutritional deficiencies * Implement pest and disease control measures as needed. Irrigation and Nutrition: * Manage irrigation systems to ensure macadamia trees receive the appropriate amount of water * Implement a fertilization program to maintain soil fertility and tree health Harvesting and Post-Harvest Handling: * Schedule and coordinate macadamia nut harvesting to optimize yield and quality * Oversee the processing and storage of harvested nuts Quality Control: * Ensure that macadamia nuts meet quality standards, including size, flavour, and moisture content * Implement sorting and grading procedures to achieve premium nut quality Labour Management: * Recruit, train, and supervise farm labourers and seasonal workers * Create work schedules and allocate tasks efficiently Budgeting and Financial Management: * Develop and manage budgets for macadamia production * Monitor expenses and seek cost-effective solutions Record Keeping: * Maintain detailed records of crop yields, expenses, and other farm-related data * Use data to analyse and improve macadamia production processes Equipment and Infrastructure: * Maintain and oversee the use of farm equipment and machinery * Ensure that farm infrastructure, such as irrigation systems and storage facilities, is well-maintained Long-Term Planning: * Develop and execute a strategic plan for the macadamia orchard's growth and sustainability * Explore opportunities for diversification and expansion Consultant: Anna-Belle Ehrke - Dante Personnel Mpumalanga Apply via our website www.dantesa.co.za // MP008748 If you do not hear from us within 5 days, please accept that your application was unsuccessful Dante Personnel Recruiter