Head Grower

Farm Manager SA; East London; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agriculture company in East London seeks a dedicated Head Grower with at least 4 years of experience to manage crops and lead a production team. Responsibilities include developing fertigation strategies, managing climate parameters, and training junior growers. Ideal candidates must possess excellent leadership, communication skills, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Exceptional leadership and management skills.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance and leadership for all production departments.
• Maximize output of all production facilities.
• Manage greenhouse climate and fertigation strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Interpersonal Communication

Fertilizer Knowledge

Disease Control

Job description

East London Area – Eastern Cape: Our client is looking for a Head Grower to join the team.

Only candidates with the relevant experience will be considered.

POSITION INFO: MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• At least 4 years’ experience in a similar role
• Fertilizer, poison, and plant illness experience
• Exceptional leadership and management skills, with good interpersonal communication skills
• Strong leadership abilities to motivate the team
• Commitment to delivering high-quality services
• Valid driver’s license

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

Management

• Provide technical guidance and leadership for all production departments
• Maximize output of all production facilities through efficient operating procedures
• Manage greenhouse climate and fertigation strategies daily
• Train junior growers to manage crops effectively

Crop Management

• Manage all crops effectively
• Develop and oversee fertigation strategies and plant nutrition
• Control climate parameters such as temperature and humidity
• Identify and prevent diseases
• Oversee daily cultivation, pest control, and harvesting activities
• Ensure sanitation and hygiene procedures are in place
• Arrange regular analysis of water and plant material for early disease detection and production optimization
• Manage propagation and seedling departments
• Develop and implement biological pest and disease control measures

R & D

• Research new varieties and growing techniques
• Conduct scientific trials to evaluate new methods
• Identify staff training needs and develop staff
• Evaluate and recommend improvements to current production systems

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.