Job vacancy Dairy/farm Manager


Announced
09 May, 2024
Job Type
Employee
Job Status
Full Time
Job Title

Dairy/farm Manager

Job Location
Chisamba
Job Presentation
Oversee the management and co-ordinate day to day operations of the farm. Manage staff, daily operations, crops & livestock, financial documents and recommend improvements to ensure maximum profit.

Experience10 Years
Education LevelDegree
QualificationsBachelor’s degree in agriculture, animal science, or equivalent. Additional courses in business management or administration are recommended
SoftwareMS Office
Knowledge OfDairy Management. Herd Health and Production Management.
Skills ToStrong planning, organizing and monitoring skills, leadership skills and feed management skills
Ability ToPlanting, growing, harvesting and storage of feed forage crops
Requirements
  • Management of the dairy herd, supervising employees in all phases of the dairy and the upkeep of facilities
  • Managing the breeding and rearing livestock, feed making, feeding and milking of cows , storage of feed, milk and sterilizing and maintaining facilities and equipment
  • Achieving set yield targets as well as expected quality standard.
  • Overseeing milking operations
  • Monitoring Operations:
  • Analysing existing farm operations, including crops, livestock, milk production and financial documents
  • Recommending improvements to enhance productivity and efficiency
  • Planning and Scheduling:
  • Creating plans and schedules for effective milk production, planting, harvesting, and other farm activities
  • Ensuring that staff understands expectations and follows protocols
  • Field Inspections:
  • Visiting different divisions of the farm to inspect crops, livestock, and perform soil and water tests
  • Regularly restocking seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, and other supplies
  • Equipment Maintenance:
  • Scheduling repairs, maintenance, and replacements for farm equipment and machinery
  • Product Marketing and Sales - Handling the marketing and sale of farm products, such as dairy, meat and grain.
  • Safety and Staff Management - Ensuring all staff adheres to health and safety regulations
  • Assisting with recruitment and training of new staff members.
  • Collaborating with senior staff to prepare budgets and financial reports
Salary
Negotiable
Valid Till
9 Aug, 2024 (81 days left)

JOB BY
CV People Africa
Plot 2341 Mambilima House Kabelenga Road, Lusaka
  +260 211 268 908, +260 211 268 909
  +260 955 000 340, +260 955 000 341

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