Greenhouse Horticulturist — Hybrid Work, Bonus & Tech Training
Placements24
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Placements24 is seeking a skilled Horticulturalist to lead operations in state-of-the-art greenhouses in the Bloemfontein region. You will optimize growing conditions, manage plant health, nutrient delivery, and pest control within a controlled environment, with opportunities to contribute to planning remotely.
You will work hands-on in the greenhouse and collaborate on strategy, leveraging advanced horticultural technologies.
Qualifications
- Degree or Diploma in Horticulture, Plant Science, Agriculture, or related field.
- Minimum 3 years of greenhouse management or professional horticulture.
- Solid understanding of plant physiology, soil science, and IPM.
- Experience with greenhouse environmental control systems.
- Ability to plan remotely in addition to hands-on work.
Responsibilities
- Manage daily greenhouse operations, including climate control and irrigation.
- Oversee planting, cultivation, and crop health for multiple species.
- Implement IPM strategies to maintain plant health.
- Monitor greenhouse environment (temp, humidity, light, CO2) and adjust as needed.
- Keep records of growing conditions, plant health, and yields.
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Job description
Placements24 is seeking a skilled Horticulturalist to lead operations in state-of-the-art greenhouses in the Bloemfontein region. You will optimize growing conditions, manage plant health, nutrient delivery, and pest control within a controlled environment, with opportunities to contribute to planning remotely.
You will work hands-on in the greenhouse and collaborate on strategy, leveraging advanced horticultural technologies.
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