{"id":623,"date":"2026-07-07T04:47:09","date_gmt":"2026-07-07T04:47:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/nigeria\/uncategorized\/field-supervisor-maize-forage-production\/"},"modified":"2026-07-07T04:47:09","modified_gmt":"2026-07-07T04:47:09","slug":"field-supervisor-maize-forage-production","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/nigeria\/jobs\/lagos\/field-supervisor-maize-forage-production\/","title":{"rendered":"Field Supervisor &#8211; Maize &#038; Forage Production"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\", \"@type\": \"JobPosting\", \"title\": \"Field Supervisor - Maize & Forage Production\", \"description\": \"Job Summary\\nThe Field Supervisor \u2013 Maize & Forage Production will support the Agronomist in planning, coordinating, and supervising daily field operations.\\nThe successful candidate will ensure that maize and forage production activities are carried out efficiently, safely, and in accordance with approved agronomic practices to achieve optimal yield and quality.\\nKey Responsibilities\\nSupervise all field activities, including land preparation, planting, fertiliser application, irrigation, weed control, pest and disease management, and harvesting.\\nMonitor crop growth, field conditions, and overall crop performance, identifying and reporting issues requiring corrective action.\\nEnsure all field operations are executed in line with approved agronomic practices, production plans, and seasonal schedules.\\nSupervise field workers and contractors, ensuring high productivity, discipline, compliance with company policies, and adherence to health and safety procedures.\\nMonitor the proper use of seeds, fertilisers, agrochemicals, fuel, machinery, and other farm inputs to minimise wastage and optimise costs.\\nMaintain accurate records of field activities, labour deployment, input utilisation, crop performance, irrigation schedules, and harvest yields.\\nCoordinate with the Agronomist and farm management to ensure the timely availability of farm inputs, equipment, machinery, and manpower.\\nEnsure routine maintenance, cleanliness, and proper utilisation of farm machinery, irrigation systems, and field infrastructure.\\nMonitor compliance with environmental, safety, and biosecurity standards applicable to farm operations.\\nSupport continuous improvement initiatives aimed at increasing productivity, reducing operational costs, and improving maize and forage quality.\\nPrepare daily, weekly, and monthly field operation reports for management.\\nPerform any other duties assigned by the Agronomist or Farm Manager.\\nQualifications\\nBachelor's Degree or Higher National Diploma HND in Agronomy, Crop Production, Agriculture, Agricultural Science, or a related field.\\nRelevant professional certification will be an added advantage.\\nExperience:\\nMinimum of 3 years' experience supervising crop production operations, preferably in maize, forage, or large-scale commercial farming.\\nPractical experience in field operations, irrigation systems, crop management, and farm machinery coordination.\\nExperience supervising field workers and contractors.\\nTechnical Competencies:\\nSound knowledge of maize and forage crop production practices.\\nGood understanding of soil preparation, planting techniques, fertiliser application, irrigation, and crop protection.\\nKnowledge of integrated pest and disease management.\\nAbility to maintain accurate farm records and production reports.\\nBasic computer proficiency, particularly in Microsoft Office Suite.\\nBehavioural Competencies:\\nStrong leadership and supervisory skills.\\nExcellent communication and interpersonal skills.\\nGood planning and organisational abilities.\\nStrong problem-solving and decision-making skills.\\nHigh level of integrity, accountability, and attention to detail.\\nAbility to work under pressure and meet production timelines.\\nSelf-motivated with a proactive approach to work.\", \"datePosted\": \"2026-07-06\", \"hiringOrganization\": {\"@type\": \"Organization\", \"name\": \"AMO Farm Sieberer Hatchery Limited\"}, \"jobLocation\": {\"@type\": \"Place\", \"address\": {\"@type\": \"PostalAddress\", \"addressLocality\": \"Lagos\", \"addressCountry\": \"NG\"}}, \"directApply\": true, \"validThrough\": \"2026-07-20T23:59:59\", \"employmentType\": \"FULL_TIME\"}<\/script><\/p>\n<p><strong>Company:<\/strong> AMO Farm Sieberer Hatchery Limited<\/p>\n<p><strong>Location:<\/strong> Lagos<\/p>\n<p><strong>Job Type:<\/strong> Full Time<\/p>\n<p><strong>Apply Before:<\/strong> 2026-07-20<\/p>\n<h3>Job Description<\/h3>\n<p>Job Summary<br \/>The Field Supervisor \u2013 Maize &#038; Forage Production will support the Agronomist in planning, coordinating, and supervising daily field operations.<br \/>The successful candidate will ensure that maize and forage production activities are carried out efficiently, safely, and in accordance with approved agronomic practices to achieve optimal yield and quality.<br \/>Key Responsibilities<br \/>Supervise all field activities, including land preparation, planting, fertiliser application, irrigation, weed control, pest and disease management, and harvesting.<br \/>Monitor crop growth, field conditions, and overall crop performance, identifying and reporting issues requiring corrective action.<br \/>Ensure all field operations are executed in line with approved agronomic practices, production plans, and seasonal schedules.<br \/>Supervise field workers and contractors, ensuring high productivity, discipline, compliance with company policies, and adherence to health and safety procedures.<br \/>Monitor the proper use of seeds, fertilisers, agrochemicals, fuel, machinery, and other farm inputs to minimise wastage and optimise costs.<br \/>Maintain accurate records of field activities, labour deployment, input utilisation, crop performance, irrigation schedules, and harvest yields.<br \/>Coordinate with the Agronomist and farm management to ensure the timely availability of farm inputs, equipment, machinery, and manpower.<br \/>Ensure routine maintenance, cleanliness, and proper utilisation of farm machinery, irrigation systems, and field infrastructure.<br \/>Monitor compliance with environmental, safety, and biosecurity standards applicable to farm operations.<br \/>Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at increasing productivity, reducing operational costs, and improving maize and forage quality.<br \/>Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly field operation reports for management.<br \/>Perform any other duties assigned by the Agronomist or Farm Manager.<br \/>Qualifications<br \/>Bachelor&#8217;s Degree or Higher National Diploma HND in Agronomy, Crop Production, Agriculture, Agricultural Science, or a related field.<br \/>Relevant professional certification will be an added advantage.<br \/>Experience:<br \/>Minimum of 3 years&#8217; experience supervising crop production operations, preferably in maize, forage, or large-scale commercial farming.<br \/>Practical experience in field operations, irrigation systems, crop management, and farm machinery coordination.<br \/>Experience supervising field workers and contractors.<br \/>Technical Competencies:<br \/>Sound knowledge of maize and forage crop production practices.<br \/>Good understanding of soil preparation, planting techniques, fertiliser application, irrigation, and crop protection.<br \/>Knowledge of integrated pest and disease management.<br \/>Ability to maintain accurate farm records and production reports.<br \/>Basic computer proficiency, particularly in Microsoft Office Suite.<br \/>Behavioural Competencies:<br \/>Strong leadership and supervisory skills.<br \/>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.<br \/>Good planning and organisational abilities.<br \/>Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.<br \/>High level of integrity, accountability, and attention to detail.<br \/>Ability to work under pressure and meet production timelines.<br \/>Self-motivated with a proactive approach to work.<\/p>\n<h3>How to Apply<\/h3>\n<p>Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: vacancies@afshltd.com using the job title e.g &#8220;Admin Officer&#8221; as the subject of the email. Note : Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.<br \/>Build your CV for free. 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