Assistant Nursery Manager

ExecutivePlacements.com; East London; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established nursery in South Africa is looking for an Assistant Nursery Manager to manage propagation activities and supervise staff. The ideal candidate should have a relevant horticulture qualification and experience in avocado or orchard management. Strong planning and organizational skills are essential. This role involves managing irrigation, ensuring product quality, and offering technical support to clients. If you meet these requirements, please apply now.

Qualifications

• Relevant horticulture or agriculture qualification (diploma or degree).
• Avocado or orchard experience will be advantageous.
• Honest, reliable, and hardworking with a hands-on approach.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the management of nursery propagation activities.
• Support the supervision and management of nursery staff.
• Manage irrigation and nutrient programmes for plants.

Skills

Strong planning

Organisational skills

Time-management skills

Professional proficiency in English

Commitment to quality

Education

Relevant horticulture or agriculture qualification

Job description

Recruiter: Pronel Personnel

Job Ref: 1090433463

Date posted: Saturday, December 27, 2025

Location: East London, South Africa

A well-established South African nursery specializing in the production of high-quality avocado trees is seeking a disciplined, motivated, and technically competent Assistant Nursery Manager to join its Eastern Cape operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the management of nursery propagation activities
• Support the supervision and management of nursery staff
• Manage irrigation and nutrient programmes for greenhouse and shade-house plants
• Coordinate dispatch operations and logistics
• Capture production data and ensure full plant traceability
• Provide after-sales technical support to clients
• Assist with farm maintenance operations, construction, and expansion projects

Candidate Requirements

• Honest, reliable, and hardworking, with a hands‑on approach
• Strong planning, organisational, and time-management skills
• Positive attitude, conscientious work ethic, and ability to work effectively within a team
• Relevant horticulture or agriculture qualification (diploma or degree)
• Avocado or orchard experience will be advantageous
• Professional proficiency in English; isiXhosa will be an advantage
• Strong commitment to producing consistently high-quality plants

If you meet the requirements please send your CV to: