Head of Agriculture Africa - Letsitele - fenris

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    A multinational fruit grower and processor seeks an experienced agricultural professional to oversee production activities and ensure long-term sustainability. This includes fruit farming, water infrastructure, harvesting, and packaging.

    Responsibilities:

    1. Develop a 5-year growth strategy for fruit production, harvesting, and packing operations.
    2. Evaluate orchard conditions, soil health, and tree wellness using advanced technologies like AGES and Aerobotics.
    3. Collaborate on budgeting, resource allocation, and mid-year adjustments to drive financial performance.
    4. Lead teams to achieve business objectives, promote discipline, and foster healthy labor relations.
    5. Establish performance agreements, mentor staff, and develop successors for key positions.
    6. Maintain a safe working environment by implementing HSMS, identifying hazards, and conducting risk assessments.
    7. Support ISO45001 accreditation in South African production units.
    8. Conduct feasibility studies for new projects, review capital expenditures, and manage project timelines and budgets.
    9. Pursue continuous improvement through performance evaluations, yield optimization, and process enhancements.
    10. Ensure compliance with corporate governance, risk management, and regulatory requirements.
    11. Oversee operational activities, including picking, pruning, pest control, warehouse management, and stock control.
    12. Manage audits, certifications, and accreditations, including those related to water rights and Health and Safety regulations.

    Requirements:

    1. Degree in Agricultural Sciences or relevant field.
    2. Postgraduate qualification is advantageous.
    3. At least 10-15 years of experience in packhouse operations, preferably in agriculture.
    4. Minimum 5 years of experience in Health and Safety roles.
    5. Technical expertise to manage an export subtropical fruit business.
    6. Strong people management skills across all levels.
    7. In-depth knowledge of external accreditation requirements for local and export markets.
    8. Financial planning and control skills.
    9. Familiarity with the legal framework for farming operations across Africa.
    10. High level of computer literacy.


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