TECHNICAL FARM MANAGER – WATER, PLANT & PRODUCTION – FM2443 Farm Management Western Cape, South Africa February 3, 2026 Full-time Phillippi Area, Cape Town -Western Cape Seeking a hands‑on, technically strong Operations / Farm Manager to take full responsibility for site operations, with critical focus on irrigation management, compost production, screening plant operations, and equipment maintenance. This role is not suited to a traditional crop or livestock farm manager. It requires strong mechanical, water, and industrial operations experience. Minimum Requirements Strong diesel mechanical and operational background. Proven experience with boreholes, pumps, and irrigation systems. Proven experience with VSDs and pump control systems. Proven experience with screening plants or industrial processing equipment. 5+ years’ experience in Composting, waste management, recycling, quarrying, mining, or Agri-processing. Hands‑on, practical, and solution‑driven. Valid driver’s licence. Duties and Responsibilities Include but are Not Limited To Water, Boreholes & Irrigation (Critical) Manage, install, and repair boreholes, pump houses, and water distribution end‑to‑end. Setup and manage irrigation systems from pump house to sprinklers/sprayers. Program and operate pump start/stop systems and VSDs. Manage pressure, flow rates, and moisture control for composting. Compost Production & Screening Plan compost production and screening schedules. Adjust production for wet winter conditions and seasonal variation. Optimise moisture levels to improve screening efficiency. Plant, Equipment & Maintenance Oversee screening plants, conveyors, motors, gearboxes and pumps. Manage loaders, excavators, and material handlers. Implement preventative maintenance and manage breakdowns. Site Operations, Quality & Dispatch Full control of site operations, housekeeping, and material flow. Ensure litter picking and removal of foreign matter before dispatch. Coordinate dispatch and ensure orders are delivered on time. Maintain high product quality standards. Health, Safety & Staff Management Enforce health & safety compliance and PPE use. Supervise and manage operators and general workers. Allocate daily tasks and production targets. ONLY short‑listed candidates will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr