Our client
a dynamic Estate Farm that deals in the production of Avocado is looking to
fill the position of a Farm &
Estate Manager to be based
in Tanzania.
The farm is
located half an hour from Moshi and the ideal candidate should be dynamic,
passionate & hardworking leader who is able to manage all farm
operations.
Key
Responsibilities:
- Optimize
farm operational efficiency.
- Optimize
quality of produce, minimizing rejects fruit.
- Ensure
compliance with and certification standards.
- Ensure
farm employees are properly trained and motivated.
- Manage
union relations.
- Responsible
for management of estate security at all times.
- Check
machinery and irrigation equipment’s operation daily and correct faults.
- Liaise
closely with the pack house staff to ensure fruit is delivered in the
proper quantity and at the right time to meet market requirements.
Qualifications:
- Must
have a bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or relevant field.
- Must
have a minimum of 10 years of experience in farm management.
- Must
have hands on experience in checking machineries & equipment’s.
- Candidates
with technical operations background in a farm will have an added
advantage.
- Candidates
with a background in managing fruit producing farms will have an added
advantage.
- Must
have excellent interpersonal skills.
- Excellent
communication and organization skills.
- High
integrity and a good understanding of fresh produce.
Monthly
gross salary: Ksh.
200,000 - 260,000/= (Approx. 2,000 - 2,600 USD) plus Housing, Medical and
Pension
Deadline: 15th June 2016
Applications:
To apply, please follow the link:
Summit
Recruitment & Search,
Blixen
Court, Karen Road,
Karen
We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience.
