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SENIOR CONTRACT MANAGER – AGRICULTURE

South Africa

29 May 2022

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SENIOR CONTRACT MANAGER – AGRICULTURE

Farm Manager SA Sunday, 29 May 2022 7

Professions - Agriculture/Fisheries/Aquaculturist

South Africa

FULL TIME

Job Specification
Company
Reference Number FM001106/SH

Job Summary

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Relevant Schooling qualification
A tertiary qualification in Logistics, Agriculture or similar
Computer literate with a good working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and management information systems for stores and transport control and scheduling.
3 to 5 years management/supervisory experience in an agricultural estate
Interpersonal skills with special emphasis on industrial relations
A track record in financial analysis, reporting and budgeting.
Excellent customer service skills

DESCRIPTION

Specialized Management

Implementing mechanical planting of seedlings in Nursery fields
Coordinate and oversee mechanized land preparation operations
Knowledge of field survey process and ability to interpret maps and designs
Working knowledge of the cultivation of sugar crops
Manage all aspects of equipment performance and productivity
Become proficient with supporting hardware and/or systems that may be introduced from time to time (keep pace with technology)
Actively seek opportunities to expand the business
Compile and present meaningful reports to management & the client

General Management

Develop and maintain procedures which relate to day-to-day operational requirements
Ensure proper utilization and scheduling of vehicles to achieve production targets as per customer requirements.
Vehicle downtime to be monitored, controlled and kept to a minimum
Constantly monitor the fleet to ensure:
- Vehicle and driver security
- Optimal usage of fuel
- No unnecessary production delays
Ensure adherence to procedures pertaining to
Work Rates (as per client requirements)
Safety and security standards
Optimal allocations of vehicles and staff
Timeous vehicle inspections
Identify, implement, and maintain site/ depot specific requirements as per legislation, policy and customer requirement
Manage and control vehicle maintenance, including:
Tyre tracking and scrapping requirements
Tyre cost and quality – though management of supplier’s agreement
Tyre management system

Management of finance and administration

Monitor and manage costs
Undertake accurate and timeous forecasting
Screen all suppliers by comparing costs, quality products
Report weekly on projects contract revenue, kilometers and profits
Monitor and reconcile
Daily kilometers travelled
Monitoring fuel
Rectify problematic vehicle or drivers
Report on performance of the contact on a monthly basis
Manage and control all assets that are acquired and disposed of according to the relevant procedure and ensure accurate recording

Management of safety, health, environment and quality

Manage housekeeping, safety and quality by ensuring that all housekeeping audits are conducted regularly, and that corrective action is taken if required, which includes:
Condition of the vehicles
Appearance of drivers
Appearance of offices
Manage accidence and insurance
Ensure accident report keeping system is maintained
Safety and security orientation
Implement and manage an effective SHEQ system addressing all safety risks

Management of human resources

Effective Performance management
Develop performance standards and KPI’s, and measure accordingly.
Conduct Performance Reviews and evaluate performance on a regular basis
Coach and provide feedback on possible areas that can be developed or rectified
Correct performance when required and discuss problem areas and discuss possible actions that can be undertaken
Ensure effective record keeping by maintaining personal files for all subordinates
Develop a Workplace Skills Plan by assessing the development and training required by subordinates Undertake purposeful recruitment as per operational requirements in line with Recruitment Procedures
Ensure that planned progress is made in terms of Localisation
Monitor employee’s remuneration and benefits and compare the monthly staff costs with budgeted allocations.
Manage discipline and grievances
Human resources report monthly
Accountability for headcount and managing variances against budget
Monitoring ethical, honest, and accurate employment against unethical and fraudulent activities.

Effective customer relationship management

Undertake effective client relationship management, including client entertainment when necessary
Audit the quality of service provided through personal interaction with the customer on an ongoing basis and timeous corrective action is taken when required
Monitoring and measuring

ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted To apply CLICK THIS LINK and upload your CV https://webapp.placementpartner.com/wi/vacancy/?id=farm&VacRef=FM001106&preview=5be83d6548817759d013f1f62ac1ee15

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