Farm Supervisor
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Job Summary
FARM SUPERVISOR
JOB DESCRIPTION
Location: Akuse
Industry: Agriculture
Reports to: CEO
Job Type: Full time
Our client is a thriving agricultural enterprise specializing in tree crops and vegetable farming in the eastern region of Ghana.
Scope
The Farm Supervisor will primarily oversee daily farming operations and ensure the production of high quality crops while managing farm resources including labour equipment and inputs.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement crop production plans including crop selection planting schedules and harvesting plans.
- Supervise daily farm operations to achieve high productivity including planting irrigation fertilization pest and disease management and harvesting.
- Recruit and train new employees on on-farm technology.
- Supervise and manage farm staff including training performance evaluation and disciplinary actions.
- Manage stocks and supplies of harvested produce to meet daily demands from the markets
- Provide monthly farm operations reports to inform management of current farm status.
- Ensure proper maintenance and utilization of farm equipment tools and inputs.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of farm activities including crop yields soil testing and weather data.
- Monitor and ensure high-quality crop production including regular field inspections and quality control measures.
- Assist in preparing and managing farm budgets including expense tracking and financial reporting.
Requirements
Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Agriculture Agricultural Science Crop Science or other related fields.
- Minimum of 5 years experience in farm management preferably in tree crops and vegetable farming.
- Prior experience in greenhouse farming is an added advantage.
- Strong knowledge of crop production soil science and pest management.
- Excellent leadership and management skills with the ability to motivate and supervise farm staff.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with stakeholders including farmers suppliers and buyers.
- Must be familiar with farm equipment machinery and tools.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and farm management software.
Competencies
Adaptable Problem-solving Analytical Teamwork
Required Skills:
Requirements Bachelors degree in Agriculture Agricultural Science Crop Science or other related fields. Minimum of 5 years experience in farm management preferably in tree crops and vegetable farming. Prior experience in greenhouse farming is an added advantage. Strong knowledge of crop production soil science and pest management. Excellent leadership and management skills with the ability to motivate and supervise farm staff. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with stakeholders including farmers suppliers and buyers. Must be familiar with farm equipment machinery and tools. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks effectively. Proficient in Microsoft Office and farm management software. Competencies Adaptable Problem-solving Analytical Teamwork
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Key Skills
- Animal Care
- Growing Experience
- Farm Machinery
- Physiology Knowledge
- Management Experience
- Animal Husbandry
- Agriculture
- Apache Pig
- Farming
- Irrigation
- Production Management
- Financial Management
