SUMMARY:
A well-established multi-site agricultural operation in Northern KwaZulu-Natal, requires a hands-on Farm Foreman to oversee and manage daily livestock and farming operations.
POSITION INFO:
Title: Farm Foreman (Cattle, Stud, Poultry & Crop Operations)
Area: Northern KZN
Industry: Commercial Agriculture – Poultry, Maize Crop & Stud Cattle Farming
Ref No.: TRG 2453
Salary: TCTC Neg on exp. R20 000 – R30 000.00 kpm + Housing + Vehicle
Start Date: ASAP
Type: Permanent (Long-term)
A well-established multi-site agricultural operation in Northern KwaZulu-Natal, requires a hands-on Farm Foreman to oversee and manage daily livestock and farming operations. The business operates a dual agricultural model, comprising ±50% poultry & egg production and ±50% cattle farming, including stud cattle and maize crops.
This is a practical, leadership-driven role requiring strong livestock expertise, operational discipline, and the ability to manage staff, animals, and infrastructure in a rural environment.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Cattle & Stud Farming
- Day-to-day management of cattle and stud cattle operations
- Cattle handling, branding, de-horning, injections, vaccinations, and parasite control
- Knowledge and practical application of stud classing (conformation, structure, body condition, short legs, frame, muscling, etc.)
- Monitoring animal health, biosecurity measures, and disease prevention protocols
- Record keeping relating to breeding, treatments, movements, and mortality
- Pasture management, grazing rotation, and feed planning
- Assisting with compliance relating to livestock regulations and inspections
Poultry Operations (Advantage)
- Oversight and support of poultry and egg production activities
- Monitoring flock health, hygiene standards, and biosecurity
- Coordination with production teams to ensure output and quality standards
Crop & General Farm Operations
- Exposure to maize planting and basic crop farming activities
- Maintenance oversight of farm infrastructure, fencing, water systems, and equipment
- Hands-on involvement in basic mechanical and electrical fault finding (formal qualification advantageous)
- Stock control of feed, vaccines, consumables, and farm inputs
People & Operational Management
- Supervision, training, and discipline of farm staff
- Daily task planning and labour allocation
- Ensuring productivity, safety, and adherence to farm procedures
- Willingness to work weekends and public holidays as required by agricultural operations
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:
- Proven Farm Foreman / Senior Farm Supervisor experience
- Extensive cattle farming experience, including stud cattle exposure
- Strong practical livestock handling skills
- Mechanical and electrical aptitude (qualification advantageous)
- Hands-on, physically fit, and operationally disciplined
- Afrikaans-speaking (essential)
- Zulu-speaking (essential)
- Willingness to relocate to a rural farming environment
- Valid driver’s licence & own vehicle
- Strong work ethic with the ability to operate independently
- Traceable & contactable references
- Local residency or relocation required
- Submit CV (Word / PDF) to therecruitmentguy @ outlook .com, Ref # (TRG 2453).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Farmhouse accommodation provided
- Long-term, stable opportunity with a growing agricultural group
- Exposure to diversified farming operations across multiple sites
- Immediate start preferred
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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
- Only applications from suitably experienced candidates who meet the requirements of this vacancy will be considered.
- Interested candidates must submit their updated CV (Word / PDF) via email to , quoting the correct Ref. Number (TRG 2453) in the subject line.
Please attach all relevant supporting documentation, including (where applicable):
- Tertiary and secondary qualifications
- Professional memberships and/or partnerships
- Trade, training, and/or in-house certificates
- Relevant operating, vehicle, hardware, or equipment licences
- Previous employment references with contactable details
- Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates who meet the minimum requirements.
- If you do not receive feedback within three (3) weeks of submitting your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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