Greenhouse Technology Scientist — CEA & Innovation

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Vor Ort; ZAR 600.000 - 1.000.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Conferences

Relocation assistance

State-of-the-art facilities

Retirement plan

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Nelspruit is seeking a dedicated Horticultural Scientist with expertise in greenhouse technology to join a progressive agricultural research team. The role focuses on advancing controlled environment agriculture (CEA) to optimize crop production and resource efficiency.

You will design, implement, and evaluate greenhouse systems, collaborate with engineers and growers, and contribute to research reports and publications that push sustainable horticulture forward.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Horticulture, Plant Science, Agronomy, or related field with specialization in Controlled Environment Agriculture.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in horticultural research or greenhouse management.
• Strong knowledge of plant physiology, crop nutrition, and pest/disease management in controlled environments.
• Experience with hydroponic or other soilless cultivation systems.
• Familiarity with greenhouse control systems, sensors, and data logging equipment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Aufgaben

• Research, design, and optimize greenhouse systems for various horticultural crops.
• Monitor and manage environmental parameters within greenhouses, including temperature, humidity, CO2 levels, and light intensity.
• Develop and implement advanced nutrient delivery systems (e.g., hydroponics, fertigation).
• Evaluate the performance of different crop varieties under controlled environmental conditions.
• Investigate and manage pest and disease issues specific to greenhouse environments.
• Collect and analyze data related to plant growth, yield, and resource utilization.
• Collaborate with engineers to troubleshoot and improve greenhouse infrastructure and equipment.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in CEA technologies, automation, and sustainable horticulture.
• Provide technical guidance and training to greenhouse staff and growers.
• Contribute to the development of research reports and publications.

Kenntnisse

Plant physiology

Horticulture

Agronomy

CEA knowledge

Hydroponics

Data logging

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

Master's or PhD in Horticulture/Plant Science/Agronomy

Tools

Sensors

Data logging equipment

Greenhouse automation systems

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 in Nelspruit is seeking a dedicated Horticultural Scientist with expertise in greenhouse technology to join a progressive agricultural research team. The role focuses on advancing controlled environment agriculture (CEA) to optimize crop production and resource efficiency.

You will design, implement, and evaluate greenhouse systems, collaborate with engineers and growers, and contribute to research reports and publications that push sustainable horticulture forward.