HEAD GROWER – FM1885 - Farm Manager SA

East London Area – Eastern Cape: Our client is looking for a Head Grower to join the team.

Only candidates with the relevant experience will be considered.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Agricultural Diploma/ Degree
Greenhouse management experience
At least 4 years’ experience in a similar role
Fertilizer/poison & plant illness experience
Irrigation experience
Computer literate
Exceptional leadership and management experience, with good interpersonal communication skills
Strong leadership skills and able to motivate team
Commitment to delivering a high level of services
Valid driver’s license

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

Management

Provide technical guidance and leadership of all production departments.
Maximise the output of all production facilities through the implementation of efficient operating procedures and practices
Day to day management of greenhouse climate, fertigation strategy,
Waste management
Train junior growers to be able to manage the crops
Ensure production processes continues 7 days per week

Crop Management
Maintain effective management of all crops.
Planting schedules
Fertigation strategy and plant nutrition
Climate management – optimum temperature & humidity control
Disease identification and preventative action
Oversee day to day cultivation, pest control and harvesting activities
Ensure adequate sanitation and hygiene procedures are in place and operational
Arrange regular analysis of water and plant material to facilitate early disease identification and optimise production
Oversee propagation and seedling department in terms of growing the plants.
Develop and implement biological control of pest and diseases

R & D
Research new varieties and growing techniques and develop systems and practices which ensure the company maintains its position at the forefront of technology and production.
Evaluation of new varieties and growing techniques through scientific trial
Identification of training needs and staff developmen
Evaluate and recommend improvements to current production systems

ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted.