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 #J-18808-Ljbffr