li>Production Oversight
Supervise all production practices on the farm, ensuring adherence to industry standards and best practices.Regularly inspect fields and facilities to maintain high standards of production.Ensure accurate and timely record-keeping of farm activities.Track and optimize yield per hectare, ensuring productivity of the blueberry farm.Maintain a high percentage of blueberries meeting quality standards for export.Financial Management
Manage the farm's financial performance by comparing actual production costs against the budget.Develop and manage the farm budget, ensuring efficient cash flow.Monitor actual production costs against budgetary projections and identify areas for cost optimisation.Implement effective cost reduction measures to improve profitability while maintaining quality standards.Staff Management
Monitor staff performance and provide feedback to enhance productivity and efficiency.Conduct performance evaluations and training sessions to enhance team skills.Track and analyse yield per hectare, identifying factors impacting productivity and implementing corrective measures.Implement strategies to optimise blueberry yield and quality, ensuring maximum profitability.Compliance and Quality Assurance
Ensure health, safety, and security compliance on the farm.Maintain compliance with government regulations and legal requirements.Implement quality control measures to meet or exceed customer expectations.Infrastructure and Asset Maintenance
Manage contractors to adhere to timelines for development projects.Oversee maintenance of farm infrastructure, equipment, and vehicles.Minimise downtime of company vehicles through effective maintenance planning.Build and maintain good relationships with suppliers & contractors.