Farm Supervisors Jobs at Best Harvest Fresh Produce Suppliers in Kenya September 2014
Best Harvest Fresh Produce Suppliers is a steadily growing agribusiness company with over 5 years experience in the large scale production, marketing and supply of assorted farm products.
Our current focus is the local market. We are currently expanding our project activities and wish to identify dynamic individuals to join our team.
Farm Supervisor
2 Positions
Responsible for the daily planning, organization, supervision and administration of activities on farm
Duties
- forward planning
- organizing sales and purchases of farm inputs and agricultural products
- handling paperwork and keeping administrative records
- recruiting, training/instructing and supervising farm workers
- making sure that work progresses satisfactorily
- ensuring compliance with government regulations and health and safety standards
- keeping an up-to-date knowledge of pests and diseases
- ensuring that the farm is profitable and meets projected financial targets
- organizing maintenance/repair of farm property, equipment and machinery
Personal Details
- Minimum of a Diploma in Agriculture or related studies involving crop production
- A minimum of 2 years verifiable hands on experience in supervision on a vegetable farm
- ICT literacy is a must
- Excellent communication skills
- A person of integrity will verifiable references
- Leadership qualities
- Good interpersonal skills
Variations in workloads may relate to seasonal demands – some unsocial hours may be necessary during busy periods (e.g. during harvesting) and the supervisor will be expected to deal with emergencies.
Remuneration is negotiable.
eMail: hr@bestharvest.co.ke