Fertigation & Crop Protection Lead — Precision Fruit Production

United Exports; Mookgophong; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Waterberg Berries is seeking an experienced Fertigation & Crop Protection Manager to join our Production team. This role focuses on plant nutrition, irrigation management, crop protection, and sustainable farming practices across the farm.

Reporting to the Farm General Manager, you will optimise crop performance, ensure compliance with GlobalG.A.P., SIZA, and export requirements, and lead veteran teams to deliver consistent high-quality yields.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Horticulture, Agronomy, Soil Science or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in fertigation, irrigation or crop protection in commercial farming.
• Experience with GlobalG.A.P., SIZA or similar standards.
• Strong analytical, reporting and record-keeping skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement fertigation programmes and irrigation scheduling.
• Develop crop protection programmes, including pest/disease monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with export standards and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain records and oversee safe handling of agrochemicals.
• Lead and train fertigation, irrigation and crop protection teams.

Skills

Fertigation

Irrigation management

Crop protection

Integrated Pest Management

Nutrient management

Data reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Horticulture/Agro-science

Tools

Farm management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Waterberg Berries is seeking an experienced Fertigation & Crop Protection Manager to join our Production team. This role focuses on plant nutrition, irrigation management, crop protection, and sustainable farming practices across the farm.

Reporting to the Farm General Manager, you will optimise crop performance, ensure compliance with GlobalG.A.P., SIZA, and export requirements, and lead veteran teams to deliver consistent high-quality yields.