Agric Operations Manager
Job Summary
We are a Natural Resources Company with investments in Cash crops. We have a commercial Cashew Plantation at Iseyin axis of Oyo State with plans for further expansion. We need an experienced and capable Plantation Operations Manager to oversee our existing Cash crops plantations and also lead our efforts in the establishment of new cash crops Plantations.
- Minimum Qualification: Degree
- Experience Level: Senior level
- Experience Length: 5 years
Job Description/Requirements
Requirements
∙ Must reside within Oyo State or other neighboring States around Oyo State
∙ Be willing and ready to work at the Company Plantations in Iseyin (Oyo State) on a 2 weeks by 2 weeks rotation (2 weeks on duty at Iseyin and 2 weeks off duty back home)
Qualifications
∙ BSc Agronomy, Crop Science, Soil Science or any other Agric related field ∙ MSc/ MBA is an added advantage
∙ Project Management Qualification/ Experience will be an advantage
∙ Minimum of 5 Years Experience in Crops Production
∙ Minimum of 3 Years Experience in a Supervisory or Managerial Role
Job Description
The successful candidate will run the daily Operations of the Plantation while directing and coordinating activities of Operations Assistant, Farm Supervisors and Farm Hands. Below are some of the activities involved;
∙ Interact and engage Agric Consultants in the efficient management of the Plantations
∙ Lead the Planning and Establishment of new Plantations
∙ Execute the Strategies and Plans of the Company
∙ Ensure good weed control using chemical and mechanical means
∙ Ensure good pests and disease control
∙ Proper soil and nutrient management
∙ Develop Farm calendars and deliver on plans as scheduled
∙ Liaise with the Security Team and other colleagues in the smooth running of the Plantations, etc.
Skills
∙ Excellent Leadership and Supervisory skills
∙ Good Communication and Analytical skills
∙ Solid Technical knowledge in the areas of Crops Production, Pest Control and Disease Prevention/ Management
∙ Attention to details and the ability to deliver results with determination
Pay / Benefits
∙ N 80,000 Monthly Salary
∙ Free Accommodation at Iseyin
∙ N 10,000 Monthly Transportation Allowance
∙ Group Life Insurance
∙ 30 Days Vacation / Year
∙ Free Medical benefit at Iseyin
∙ Total Monthly Salary of N 90,000 (Net)