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
  • VSDs and pump control systems
  • 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/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
• Ensure consistent compost quality

Plant, Equipment & Maintenance

• Oversee screening plants, conveyors, motors, gearboxes and pumps
• Manage loaders, excavators, and material handlers.
• Implement preventative maintenance and manage breakdowns
• Control diesel usage and equipment uptime

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