Greenhouse Operations Lead: Advanced Horticulture & IPM

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Presencial; ZAR 600.000 - 900.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Performance-based bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Professional development opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Mossel Bay, Western Cape seeks an experienced Horticulturalist to lead greenhouse operations, optimizing plant growth and IPM while supervising a dedicated team.

The role requires a degree in horticulture or related field, 5+ years in commercial horticulture including greenhouse management, and hands-on experience with hydroponics or soilless systems. Applicants should be prepared for flexible hours and travel within the region.

Formación

• Bachelor's or Master's in Horticulture or related field.
• 5+ years in commercial horticulture with 3+ years in greenhouse mgmt.
• Experience with hydroponics or soilless systems.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Manage climate control, irrigation, fertilization, and lighting.
• Oversee propagation, cultivation and care of plant species.
• Implement IPM/IDM programs to minimize crop loss and chemical use.
• Monitor plant health, growth and yield; adjust cultivation practices.
• Lead, train and supervise horticultural technicians and farm workers.
• Maintain records of crop performance, resources and pest outbreaks.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, environmental regs and quality standards.
• Collaborate with R&D on new crop trials and cultivation techniques.
• Manage inventory of seeds, nutrients, growing media and supplies.
• Maintain and calibrate greenhouse equipment and environmental controls.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Team management

IPM

Hydroponics

Irrigation

Nutrient management

Plant physiology

Communication

Greenhouse software

Educación

Bachelor's or Master’s in Horticulture/Plant Science/Agriculture

Herramientas

Greenhouse management software

MS Office

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 in Mossel Bay, Western Cape seeks an experienced Horticulturalist to lead greenhouse operations, optimizing plant growth and IPM while supervising a dedicated team.

The role requires a degree in horticulture or related field, 5+ years in commercial horticulture including greenhouse management, and hands-on experience with hydroponics or soilless systems. Applicants should be prepared for flexible hours and travel within the region.