Farm General Manager
Executive Placements · Montagu
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Start free — we apply for you →Our client, a luxury lifestyle farm and guest retreat near Montagu, is seeking a dynamic, forward-thinking Farm General Manager. This is a single or couple’s role ideal for someone eager to combine agriculture, project management and high-end hospitality into a holistic farm experience. The ideal candidate will be solution-driven, hands-on and passionate about rural living.
Preference will be given to candidates where the Farm General Manager is part of a couple, and the partner can take on the role of Hospitality Manager to oversee the guest activities.
Responsibilities
Lead all farm operations: orchards, livestock, vegetables, game, and guest accommodation
Manage a team across hospitality, maintenance, and farming functions
Drive the execution of farm projects and long-term development plans
Ensure a premium guest experience aligned with a farm-to-table ethos
Oversee budgets, costing, forecasting, and business development
Implement sustainable, organic and innovative farming practices
Requirements
Fluent in English and Afrikaans
Farm and hospitality management experience essential
Strong leadership, organisational, and people management skills
Mechanically inclined with good knowledge of tools and machinery
Project management capabilities
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