Farm Manager - industry related

family-owned and family-run, morgenster wine & olive estate has a long history dating back 300 years. situated near the foothills of the helderberg mountain in somerset west, they produce award-winning bordeaux-styled wines, italian cultivars and extra virgin olive oil.

morgenster, is looking to appoint a farm manager. the goal of this appointment is to take ownership of farming activities for both olives & vines, the management of all teams & all stakeholder relations. the position will require a healthy, fit, enthusiastic individual, who is passionate about all aspects of farming. 

the successful candidate will be responsible for:

• the day-to-day management, strategic planning & focussed activities of both vineyards and olive groves
• coordination, collaboration & management of vineyard, olive & garden teams – you will be required to review structures & fine tune to create efficiency, better skills & overall synergy
• all matters relating to staff – discipline, development, procurement etc
• maintaining good relations with stakeholders ie. fire department, neighbours, producers, healthy & safety parties etc
• annual budget of expenses and capital requirements
• ad hoc duties

you will have experience in farming vineyards with specific training from simonit & sirch, working with staff in a constructive & respectful manner, a positive demeanor & the ability to work on a physically demanding farm.  in addition to the above you will have an applicable tertiary qualification and at least 5 years farming experience.

attributes:

• hands on, work alongside the teams and lead by example.
• strong training, coaching skills & people management skills
• fluent in english and afrikaans
• organized and structured with excellent planning skills
• ability to multitask
• understanding of cost controls that ensure we get best value from suppliers
• sensitive to cultural requirements and happy to adapt own behavior to get the best out of the team
• passionate, enthusiastic and curios – the willingness to grow & learn new techniques
• excellent observation skills/ attention to detail.
• resourceful attitude (able to manage emergencies)
• team player – willing to go the extra mile.
• strategic thinker with the ability to think long term and put plans into action

apply online www.solved.co.za - or send your application to cv@solved.co.za and quote ref:slvd-26-12