Junior Agronomist

Tanqeeb; Sharjah; On-site; AED 67,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Tanqeeb in the United Arab Emirates seeks a Junior Agronomist to support daily crop production and greenhouse operations at a hydroponic farm. You will monitor hydroponic crops, manage NFT and DWC systems, and help with planting, maintenance and harvests.

You should hold a degree in Agronomy, Horticulture, or related field; UAE experience is a must. The role is hands-on, requires teamwork, and a practical, responsible approach on-site at the farm.

Qualifications

• Degree/Diploma in Agriculture, Horticulture or Agronomy.
• 3 years experience (preferred).
• Hydroponic/greenhouse experience is an advantage.
• Practical, responsible and willing to work hands-on at the farm.

Responsibilities

• Monitor hydroponic crops and adjust growing conditions.
• Check and maintain pH, EC, nutrients and irrigation parameters.
• Support seeding, transplanting, crop maintenance and harvesting.
• Monitor plant health, pests, diseases and nutrient deficiencies.
• Maintain daily crop, harvest and yield records.
• Supervise farm workers and ensure work is completed as per schedule.
• Support operation of NFT and DWC systems.
• Ensure crop quality, hygiene and food-safety standards.
• Assist the Farm Manager/Agronomist with crop planning and production targets.

Skills

Hands-on

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agronomy

Tools

NFT system

DWC system

Job description

We are looking for a Junior Agronomist to support daily crop production and greenhouse operations at our hydroponic farm.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor hydroponic crops

• Check and maintain pH, EC, nutrients and irrigation parameters.

• Support seeding, transplanting, crop maintenance and harvesting.

• Monitor plant health, pests, diseases and nutrient deficiencies.

• Maintain daily crop, harvest and yield records.

• Supervise farm workers and ensure work is completed as per schedule.

• Support operation of NFT and DWC systems.

• Ensure crop quality, hygiene and food-safety standards.

• Assist the Farm Manager/Agronomist with crop planning and production targets.

Requirements

• Degree/Diploma in Agriculture, Horticulture or Agronomy.

• Candidates with 3 experience can apply.

• Hydroponic/greenhouse experience is an advantage.

• Practical, responsible and willing to work hands-on at the farm.

Location: UAE
Position: Full-Time

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Horticulture, or a closely related agricultural field.

• Should know how to manage the NFT and DWC system

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in both field and office environments.

• UAE expereince is a must