Horticultural Operations Manager — Large-Scale Production

Placements24; Durban; Híbrido; ZAR 900 000 - 1 300 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive salary package

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional development

Housing assistance

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Horticultural Operations Manager to oversee Durban’s extensive production of ornamental and edible plants. You will lead a team of horticulturalists and farm workers, manage budgets, and ensure sustainable, profitable operations in a subtropical climate.

The role emphasizes IPM, greenhouse management, and strong leadership to drive safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement across propagation, cultivation, harvest, and post-harvest processes.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Horticulture or related field.
• Minimum 6 years in horticultural management, large-scale production.
• Experience with IPM and greenhouse or protected cropping systems.
• Strong leadership, planning and cost-control skills.
• Knowledge of post-harvest handling and supply chain logistics.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee daily horticultural production operations and ensure quality targets.
• Plan crops, schedules, and allocate water, nutrients, and labor.
• Implement IPM strategies and monitor plant health.
• Manage harvesting, packing, and dispatch to maintain freshness.
• Lead and train a team of horticultural staff.
• Develop and manage budgets to maximize profitability.
• Ensure health, safety, and environmental regulations compliance.
• Oversee irrigation and nutrient delivery programs.
• Collaborate with sales/marketing to meet product specs.

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Team management

Planning

Budget management

Problem solving

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Horticulture

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Horticultural Operations Manager to oversee Durban’s extensive production of ornamental and edible plants. You will lead a team of horticulturalists and farm workers, manage budgets, and ensure sustainable, profitable operations in a subtropical climate.

The role emphasizes IPM, greenhouse management, and strong leadership to drive safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement across propagation, cultivation, harvest, and post-harvest processes.