Pasture Officer – Pasture Management

About the role

Palladium Farms Limited is seeking a full‑time Pasture Officer to lead pasture planning, development and daily operations at its Owode farm in Nigeria. The role focuses on maintaining healthy livestock through efficient forage utilization and sustainable grassland practices.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor pasture conditions, manage grazing schedules and coordinate irrigation and reseeding activities.
• Implement soil health and grassland improvement practices, including rotational grazing techniques.
• Oversee maintenance and operation of machinery used for pasture establishment and care.
• Maintain accurate records of pasture performance, yield data and livestock nutrition related to forage quality.

Required profile

• Strong knowledge of pasture management, grassland ecology and rotational grazing.
• Experience with mixed livestock production (cattle, goats, sheep) and animal nutrition.
• Ability to supervise farm workers, coordinate tasks and promote safe work practices.
• Relevant agricultural training or a diploma/degree in Agriculture, Animal Science or related field.

Required skills

• Farm machinery operation and maintenance.
• Basic data analysis for pasture performance.
• Record‑keeping and farm planning.

What we offer

• Monthly salary of NGN250,000.
• Feeding allowance.
• Free accommodation.
• Quarterly performance bonus.