Agric Headsman at Raedial Farms Limited

Raedial Farms Limited is a wholly Nigerian-owned and registered company focused on the sustainable management of farms, palm plantations and livestock with over a decade of experience and a dedicated and efficient workforce of more than 500 people. Our business activities include livestock rearing, crop cultivation, and processing with a focus on the seedling, planting, and processing of Fresh Fruit Bunches of palm, to produce sustainable Crude Palm Oil. With over 65,000 palm trees currently being cultivated on 1500 hectares of land and plans to finalise the acquisition of two more existing Palm Plantations- 10,000 and 5,000 Acres respectively.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Agric Headsman

Location: Benin, Edo
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in the planting, cultivation, and maintenance of oil palm trees.
• Carry out routine tasks such as weeding, pruning, and fertilization to promote healthy growth.
• Operate and maintain machinery and equipment used in plantation activities.
• Participate in the harvesting of oil palm fruits using proper techniques.
• Ensure proper irrigation and water management for optimal tree growth.
• Monitor and manage pest and disease control measures.
• Collaborate with other farm staff to accomplish daily tasks and projects.
• Help with the loading, transporting, and unloading of harvested palm fruits.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of farm facilities, tools, and equipment.
• Adhere to safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor or management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in agriculture, farming, or plantation work is an advantage.
• Basic understanding of oil palm cultivation practices is preferred.
• Physical fitness and ability to perform manual labor in varying weather conditions.
• Communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to the demands of oil palm plantation work.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and practices in agricultural settings.

Benefit
Accommodation Available.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.