Farm Supervisor Job Job Details | O&L

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

To supervise and oversee the Farm operations. Including managing crop and livestock production, maintaining equipment and infrastructure, and ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCES:

• Grade 10/12
• 3 years experience in farm supervision or foreman.
• Drivers License (Preferred)
• Working experience with electrics, welding, and mechanical tasks.
• Knowledge on fencing and irrigation.
• Basic maintenance background and construction of waterholes & dams.
• Game management and road maintenance knowledge.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Carrying out routine farm work in accordance with business standards and under the instruction of the General Manager.
• Cleaning machinery, monitoring, and recording livestock (livestock checks)
• Maintain satisfactory environment for the animals such as ensuring clean bedding, water, and shelter.
• Provide assistance, information, and guidance to guests visiting the farm, answering questions, and ensuring a positive experience for visitors.
• Restrain and handle animals in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Operate agricultural vehicles relevant to the business safely in line with company standard operating procedures.
• Check and maintain field boundaries.
• Prepare and maintain crop/forage storage as per instruction such as monitoring pests, vermin in crop or bulk bins and temperature monitoring.
• Monitor and maintain farm infrastructure, machinery and nonproduction areas as instructed, such as checking oil in farm machinery, maintaining fences, general building maintenance.
• Maintain animal or plant health performance, conducting routine, tasks and assisting with general record keeping practices.
• Manage the storage of forage and crop, minimizing waste and disposing of necessary waste appropriately.
• Always adhere to company code of conduct and house rules.
• Monitor stock levels regularly and place orders for replenishment as needed to ensure uninterrupted farm operations

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• Lives the O&L Values
• Leads Growth
• Takes Bold Stands
• Causes Alignment
• Being Authentic
• Inspires Innovation
• Deliver Extraordinary results.

08 December 2024

O&L - a Great Place to Work.

Applicants meeting our requirements are invited to apply. O&L Group of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

"This position is subject to a pre-employment screening and vetting process, and by applying for this position, applicants acknowledge that they are aware that the Company reserves the right to carry out screening and pre-employment vetting for all shortlisted applicants. Certificate of Conduct issued by the Namibian Police (not older than 6 months) may be required from all shortlisted applicants."

Requisition ID: 4461