Agronomist

Private Advertiser; Tangob; On-site; PHP 350,000 - 630,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser seeks a Licensed Agronomist to lead native tree propagation, greenhouse cultivation, and nursery operations at a Batangas site. You will supervise farm labor, manage irrigation, and implement IPM to ensure sapling survival and sustainable growth.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Agronomy or related field, a valid Philippines license, and at least 2 years of native tree propagation and irrigation experience. On-site work in Anilao Labac, Lipa City, Batangas is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, or related field.
• Licensed Agronomist/Agriculturist in the Philippines.
• At least 2 years of proven experience in native tree propagation, nursery management, greenhouse operations, and agricultural irrigation.
• Strong background in IPM, soil science, and field team supervision.

Responsibilities

• Direct native tree propagation, greenhouse cultivation, nursery care, and field plantation operations while managing irrigation systems and soil fertility.
• Develop and execute IPM strategies to prevent and control pests, diseases, and weeds in native tree species.
• Oversee seed collection, germination schedules, and seedling potting media formulations to optimize sapling health and growth rates.
• Schedule and maintain drip and automated irrigation systems across nursery and field zones based on weather and crop requirements.
• Supervise farm labor, assign daily field tasks, and ensure safety standards are followed across all operational areas.
• Track plant health, growth metrics, nursery inventory, and chemical applications to provide regular operational reports.

Skills

IPM

Soil science

Field team supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, or related field

Job description

We are seeking a Licensed Agronomist to direct and optimize operations at our native tree farm in Anilao Labac, Lipa City, Batangas. In this role, you will lead native tree propagation, greenhouse cultivation, nursery management, and plantation field health, while supervising farm labor, managing irrigation systems, and executing Integrated Pest Management (IPM) to ensure maximum sapling survival and sustainable tree growth.

Job Description

• Direct native tree propagation, greenhouse cultivation, nursery care, and field plantation operations while managing irrigation systems and soil fertility.

• Develop and execute Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies to prevent and control pests, diseases, and weeds in native tree species.

• Oversee seed collection, germination schedules, and seedling potting media formulations to optimize sapling health and growth rates.

• Schedule and maintain drip and automated irrigation systems across nursery and field zones based on weather and crop requirements.

• Supervise farm labor, assign daily field tasks, and ensure safety standards are followed across all operational areas.

• Track plant health, growth metrics, nursery inventory, and chemical applications to provide regular operational reports.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, or any related field.

• Must be a Licensed Agronomist / Agriculturist in the Philippines

• At least 2 years of proven experience in native tree propagation, nursery management, greenhouse operations, and agricultural irrigation.

• Strong background in Integrated Pest Management (IPM), soil science, and field team supervision.

• Must be willing to work on-site in Anilao Labac, Lipa City, Batangas.

• Must be available to start ASAP.