🔔 HIRING: Farm Operations Manager at Westingate Group – NG

Job Description

• We are searching for a qualified and experienced farm operations manager with verse knowledge in agriculture which comprises animals and plants.
• You are meant to have experience in handling livestock on farms which comprises of chicken, cow, goat, pigs etc. and crops which comprises of vegetables, fruits, etc.
• You will implement strategies for maximum yield, organize farm administration and manage businesses and farm staffs.

Responsibilities
As a Farm Manager, you’ll need to:

• Plan finances and production to maintain farm progress against budget parameters.
• Buy supplies such as fertilizer and seeds.
• Maintain and monitor the quality of yield, whether livestock or crops.
• Monitor animal health and welfare, including liaising with vets.
• Maintain knowledge of pests and diseases and understanding of how they spread and how to treat them.
• Apply health and safety standards across the farm estate.
• Handling the marketing and sale of products produced on the farm like fruits, vegetables, meats, chicken parts, eggs etc.
• Visiting different divisions to inspect crops, livestock and also perform test on soil and water.
• Ensuring seeds, fertilizers, pesticides and other supplies are regularly restocked.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture Science, Animal Science or equivalent.
• Extensive experience in managing a farm.
• A passion for agriculture.
• Excellent problem solving, analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work overtime as required.quivalent.

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter to: employment@westingategroup.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.