Agricultural production manager vacancies in Belgium
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What does a agricultural production manager do?
How do I become a agricultural production manager? See the guideAs an agricultural production manager, you plan and control the production of a farming or horticultural business. You are responsible for quality and you manage one or more production units. The role is also known as crop production manager, nursery manager or farm supervisor. You draw up the production planning, optimise processes and facilitate the sustainable transition of the business. You also negotiate contracts, select suppliers and subcontractors and check that prevention measures are being followed. You coordinate a team and supervise the development and maintenance of the infrastructure. In Flanders this can be in vegetable growing, a tree nursery, a livestock farm or a mushroom farm.
Typical tasks
- Draw up the production planning
- Optimise production processes and facilitate the sustainable transition
- Coordinate the team and divide the work
- Negotiate contracts and select suppliers and subcontractors
- Check compliance with prevention measures (QHSE)
- Supervise the development and maintenance of the infrastructure
- Carry out the administrative management
Required skills
- Experience in agricultural or horticultural production
- Able to lead and motivate a team
- Planning and organising across one or more production units
- Knowledge of quality and prevention rules (QHSE)
- Commercial insight for negotiations with suppliers
What does a agricultural production manager earn?
Indicative Belgian pay range: €3,300–€4,800 gross per month for full-time employment. The size of the business and your level of final responsibility strongly influence the pay. Employee pay estimate; actual pay depends on experience, sector pay scales and working hours. Premiums, overtime and benefits are separate.
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Frequently asked questions
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What does an agricultural production manager do?
An agricultural production manager plans and controls the production of a farming or horticultural business and is responsible for quality. You manage one or more production units, coordinate the team and optimise the production processes. You also negotiate contracts, select suppliers and check that prevention measures are followed.
How much does an agricultural production manager earn in Belgium?
Indicative Belgian pay range: €3,300–€4,800 gross per month for full-time employment. The size of the business and your level of final responsibility strongly influence the pay. Employee pay estimate; actual pay depends on experience, sector pay scales and working hours. Premiums, overtime and benefits are separate.
In which sectors does an agricultural production manager work?
You work in the production side of agriculture, horticulture and animal care. That ranges from vegetable and grain growing to tree nurseries, flower farms, mushroom farms and livestock businesses. The common thread is that you combine hands-on production knowledge with planning and people management.
What is the difference between an agricultural production manager and a horticultural farm assistant?
A horticultural farm assistant supports the daily work on the farm and carries out tasks under supervision. As an agricultural production manager you carry the final responsibility: you plan the production, watch over quality and manage the team. Many managers started out as assistants and grew into the role with experience.
Is there strong demand for agricultural production managers in Flanders?
Yes, Flemish agriculture and horticulture are constantly looking for people who can combine practical production knowledge with leadership. Experienced supervisors are hard to find, especially in intensive sectors such as vegetable growing and nurseries. If you can plan, motivate a team and watch over quality, you have solid opportunities across Flanders.
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