Overview
Junior Production Manager Jobs in Worcester, Western Cape, South Africa at United Exports
Title: Junior Production Manager
Company: United Exports
Location: Worcester, Western Cape, South Africa
Reporting to the Estate Manager, the Junior Production Manager will play a key role in overseeing daily farm operations while leading a team of supervisors. The role includes planning, organising, and coordinating all production activities – from planting to harvesting – ensuring high-quality yields in line with industry standards.
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to grow their career in a fast-paced, high-performance agricultural environment.
Key Performance Outputs
Production Management
- Oversee planting, pruning, harvesting, fertigation, and pest/disease management
- Monitor crop progress and ensure optimal production practices
- Conduct soil and leaf analysis to guide fertilisation and crop health
- Ensure maintenance and upkeep of all production areas
Team Leadership & People Management
- Supervise senior team leaders, spray operators, and tractor drivers
- Coach, mentor, and motivate teams to achieve performance targets
- Ensure compliance with health & safety standards and labour practices
- Support recruitment, onboarding, and employee development
Planning & Administration
- Coordinate daily work plans and allocate resources effectively
- Maintain accurate records and operational documentation
- Monitor procedures to ensure adherence to company and industry standards
Compliance & Quality
- Ensure compliance with SIZA, Global G.A.P, and company standards
- Drive quality assurance aligned with OZblu standards
- Enforce company policies and farming best practices
Requirements
What You'll bring
Education:
- Grade 12 (essential)
- Diploma/Degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, or related field (preferred)
- Additional certifications in irrigation, scouting, or plant production (advantageous)
Experience:
- 2–4 years’ experience in farm or production management
- Strong exposure to crop production cycles (planting to harvesting)
- Experience with berry or fruit production is highly advantageous
Key Skills & Competencies
- Strong leadership and people management ability
- Excellent planning, organisational, and problem-solving skills
- Solid understanding of horticulture and crop production practices
- Computer literacy (MS Office)
- Knowledge of basic HR practices and farm operations
- Detail-oriented, results-driven, and able to perform under pressure
Benefits
Why Join Hex Berries?
- Be part of a progressive and growing agricultural business
- Opportunity to develop your career in fruit production
- Work in a supportive, high-performance team environment
- Contribute to producing premium-quality berries for global markets
If you are passionate about agriculture and ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you!