Job Description
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT@ AVRICO ESTATES LTD
POSITION: FARM MANAGER
Location: Lilongwe
ABOUT THE ROLE
Avrico Estates Ltd is seeking an experienced, practical, and hands-on Farm Manager to join our growing Hass avocado operation in Lilongwe, Malawi.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded agricultural professional to take ownership of the day-to-day management of farm operations and play an important role in developing a sustainable, efficient, and high-value horticulture enterprise.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
The ideal candidate should have:
- Strong practical farming experience in commercial agriculture
- Proven leadership and team supervision skills
- A genuine understanding of orchard management, crop nutrition, and soil health
- Experience in avocado production, horticulture, or orchard management, which will be a strong advantage
- The ability to manage irrigation systems, pest and disease management programmes, and farm infrastructure
- Good record-keeping and reporting skills
- A willingness to work closely with agronomy experts and implement recommended best practices
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Farm Manager will be responsible for:
- Managing the day-to-day operations of the farm and avocado orchard
- Monitoring tree health, growth, nutrition, and soil conditions
- Managing irrigation and water systems
- Planning and supervising fertiliser, pest, and disease management programmes
- Overseeing land preparation, planting, pruning, and general orchard maintenance
- Supervising, training, and developing the farm team
- Maintaining accurate farm records and preparing regular progress reports
- Working closely with agronomy experts to implement best farming practices
- Managing farm equipment, materials, and infrastructure
- Supporting the company's long-term commitment to sustainable and efficient farming
BENEFITS
Avrico Estates Ltd offers:
- Competitive salary
- Rent-free accommodation on site
- Free electricity and water
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates should email their CV to:
support@avricoestates.com
Please include the following information in your application:
- A summary of your experience to date
- Your current or most recent role
- Your salary expectations
- Your availability to start
- Your WhatsApp phone number for contact
Application Email: support@avricoestates.com
Deadline: 2 September 2026
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.