Senior Estate Manager - Horticulture (East & West Estates and Packhouse)

Role Overview

The Senior Estate Manager - Horticulture (East & West Estates and Packhouse) will plan, coordinate, and oversee daily estate and packhouse operations in line with production targets and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee daily estate and packhouse operations in line with production targets and quality standards.
• Drive agronomic excellence, including crop management, pest and disease control, and orchard productivity.
• Manage packhouse operations to achieve optimal pack-out rates and throughput while maintaining export quality standards.
• Prepare and control budgets, monitor expenditure, and maintain cost efficiency.
• Utilize resources optimally to enhance productivity and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, audit requirements, and corporate governance standards.
• Maintain estate infrastructure, assets, and field hygiene standards.
• Promote sound labour relations, staff discipline, and performance management.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Carry out other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma or Degree in Agriculture or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ demonstrable relevant practical experience in field husbandry, packhouse management, budget preparation, cost control, and financial management.
• Demonstrated leadership and people management capability with strong administrative and reporting skills.
• Strong operational and planning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High integrity and commitment to corporate governance.