Greenhouse Operations Lead — Horticulture & CEA Innovation

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional growth opportunities

Health and wellness programs

Paid vacation and sick leave

Relocation assistance may be available

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Horticulturalist to lead our greenhouse operations in Bloemfontein, Free State. You will oversee climate control, irrigation, fertigation, and pest management to maximise plant health and yield.

This role requires a strong scientific background, a minimum of five years' hands-on greenhouse management experience with commercial crops, and the ability to lead a small team while maintaining rigorous records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Horticulture, Botany, Plant Science, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in greenhouse management with commercial crops.
• Knowledge of hydroponic/aeroponic systems, fertigation, and environmental controls.
• Familiarity with local pests and diseases in the Free State.
• Strong organizational and team leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of advanced horticultural greenhouses.
• Develop precise fertilization and irrigation schedules.
• Monitor climate variables: temperature, humidity, CO2, light.
• Implement pest and disease management using biological methods.
• Lead and train greenhouse staff; maintain records.

Skills

Greenhouse management

Climate control

Irrigation systems

Pest management

Team leadership

Data logging

Education

Bachelor's degree in Horticulture/Plant Science

Tools

Hydroponic/aeroponic systems

Greenhouse control software

Fertigation equipment

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Horticulturalist to lead our greenhouse operations in Bloemfontein, Free State. You will oversee climate control, irrigation, fertigation, and pest management to maximise plant health and yield.

This role requires a strong scientific background, a minimum of five years' hands-on greenhouse management experience with commercial crops, and the ability to lead a small team while maintaining rigorous records.