Blueberry Production Manager - Porterville

Are you a hands-on leader with a passion for agriculture? Our client is seeking a Production Manager to oversee daily operations at their blueberry farm in Porterville. You’ll manage a team of supervisors, drive production from planting to harvest, and shape the farm’s success by implementing short- and long-term plans. If you thrive under pressure and love growing both crops and people, this is your chance What You’ll Do: Plan, organise, and supervise daily farm activities—planting, pruning, fertigation, pest/disease control, and harvesting. Lead a team of supervisors, ensuring smooth operations across all sections. Monitor financial and physical performance, keeping production on budget and on target. Coordinate with technical, maintenance, and engineering teams to maintain equipment and production areas. Ensure compliance with industry standards (e.g., SIZA, Global G.A.P.) and quality benchmarks. Analyse soil/leaf data, set performance goals, and keep detailed records. Mentor staff, manage HR basics (safety, leave, training), and build a strong team. What You Bring: Qualifications : Grade 12 (Senior Certificate) certificates in farming activities (e.g., irrigation, scouting, plant production). An agricultural Degree would be beneficial. Experience : 3 years in farm production, ideally with crop management from land prep to harvest. Solid know-how in horticulture and fruit production. Computer skills (MS Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Basic financial and HR knowledge (budgets, safety regs, staff management). Top-notch leadership, planning, and problem-solving abilities. Strong communication and people skills—written, verbal, and interpersonal. Ability to juggle priorities and deliver results under pressure. Why Join? Take charge of a thriving blueberry farm in scenic Porterville. Shape operations with real impact—crops, people, and profits. Work with a forward-thinking team that values innovation and excellence. If you’ve got the skills to grow a farm and a team, apply now to lead our client’s blueberry operation to new heights

Location: Porterville, ZA

Posted Date: 4/18/2025