20/06/2024
NOTICE
ADVERT FOR APPLICATION TO MANAGE PORTION OF A 5HA DRIEFONTEIN FARM 113 IQ IN CARLETONVILLE, AS A FARM MANAGER OF THE SIBANYE-STILLWATER SLP PROJECT
Sibanye-Stillwater, in collaboration with Merafong City Local Municipality, invites all eligible applicants from Merafong City Local Municipality to submit their applications to manage an animal and vegetable farming enterprise as a Farm Manager of a Social and Labour Plan (SLP) project on a section of Driefontein Farm 113 IQ in Carletonville, under the mentorship of Dicla Training and Farming as the strategic partner.
Minimum Requirements:
1. Understanding of livestock and vegetable production (non-negotiable)
2. Relevant course or short training in agriculture
3. Minimum of 2 years' experience and exposure in farm production management, with deep knowledge of mixed farming
4. Excellent leadership ability to build and lead a strong team of employees
5. Excellent operational planning, decision making, and prioritization skills
6. Strong attention to detail, communication, and people management skills
7. Good understanding of labour-related legislation and maintenance of farm machinery and infrastructure
8. Computer literacy with a good understanding of data and technology-driven approaches to supporting core production practices
9. Valid driver's license
10. Own reliable transport or reliable means of transport
11. No criminal record (non-negotiable)
12. Relevant acquired or studying towards tertiary qualification in agriculture or natural sciences would be advantageous
Mandatory Documents:
1. Business proposal to farm vegetables in a 10,000m² tunnel
2. Updated curriculum vitae with references/business profile and CIPC registration certificate with a resolution appointing the representative
3. Certified qualifications/statement of results
4. Certified identity document
5. Certified SARS tax certificate
6. Valid driver's license
7. Proof of own reliable transport or reliable means of transport
8. Proof of address (Water & Electricity Statement accompanied by proof of address signed by the ward councilor of Merafong City Local Municipality)
By applying for this position, you are giving permission to Sibanye-Stillwater and Merafong City Local Municipality to access your personal information for verification purposes.
Please note that earnings for this position are dependent on agricultural production and turnover (performance-based). Four (4) Farm Managers and one (1) Nursery Manager are required for this project.
Closing date: 08 July 2024; 12H00
Email the application documentation to [email protected] with the subject "DICLA TRAINING AND FARMING".
Alternatively, hand-deliver at:
Merafong City Local Municipality
3 Halite Street, Carletonville
LED Office (G18)
For any queries email: [email protected]
Postal: P.O. Box 2183
Reg No: 2014/049651/07
VAT No: 4510249990