Trainee Manager - Congaskraal

SUMMARY:
Number Two Piggeries (N2P) is looking for a hands-on Trainee Manager to join a structured 3-month on-farm programme at our Congaskraal farrow-to-wean unit—ideal for someone who enjoys practical farm work and wants to grow into a supervisory role. A strong interest in farm maintenance (and some maintenance experience), as well as some farrowing experience, is essential.

POSITION INFO:
Contract: 3-month fixed-term (training-focused), with potential for permanent placement after successful completion
What you’ll do

• Rotate through farrow-to-wean operations and related support areas.
• Assist with daily on-farm operations, production routines, and team support.
• Capture and analyse key production data on herd management systems.
• Contribute to production meetings and farm improvement discussions.

• Strong interest in sow management, farrowing and piglet care in a farrow-to-wean system.
• Some practical farrowing/breeding experience, with confidence working around sows and newborn piglets.
• Involvement in daily production tasks, monitoring performance, and contributing to improved productivity and piglet survival.
• Willingness to assist with farm maintenance as part of overall farm operations.

• Diploma or Degree in Agriculture (Animal Production / Livestock Science advantageous).
• Practical exposure to pig or livestock production, including some farrowing experience.
• Valid driver’s licence and willingness to work in a rural area.
• Eager to learn, hands-on, observant, proactive, and a good team communicator.

• Working hours follow production schedules and include weekends as needed.
• On-site accommodation may be available depending on location.