Horticultural Production Manager

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); In loco; ZAR 420.000 - 700.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Accommodation available

Modern equipment

Career growth

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 near Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, is seeking a Horticultural Production Manager to oversee the full production cycle of fruits and vegetables on-site. You will lead a team, implement best practices in cultivation, pest control, and harvesting, and ensure quality and safety standards across the operation.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in commercial horticulture, strong plant science knowledge, and excellent leadership.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Horticulture, Agronomy, Plant Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial horticultural production management.
• Proven experience in managing teams and supervising agricultural labor.
• Strong knowledge of horticultural crops, cultivation techniques, pest and disease management, and post-harvest handling.
• Familiarity with irrigation systems, nutrient management, and greenhouse operations if applicable.
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a physically demanding environment.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and sustainable farming practices.
• Proficiency in record-keeping and basic data analysis.
• Valid driver's license.

Mansioni

• Plan, organize, and manage all horticultural production activities, including planting, growing, and harvesting.
• Supervise and direct the work of horticultural staff, ensuring productivity and adherence to procedures.
• Implement and maintain best practices in crop management, including irrigation, fertilization, and pruning.
• Develop and execute integrated pest and disease management programs.
• Monitor crop health, growth, and yield, making adjustments as needed to optimize outcomes.
• Ensure the efficient use of resources such as water, nutrients, and labor.
• Oversee the quality control process from planting to packing.
• Maintain detailed records of production activities, inputs, yields, and labor.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations, as well as food safety standards.
• Manage the maintenance of horticultural equipment and infrastructure.

Conoscenze

Team leadership

Horticulture knowledge

Pest & disease management

Record keeping

Irrigation systems

Driver's license

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Horticulture

Strumenti

Farm machinery

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a leading producer of high-value horticultural crops near Nelspruit, Mpumalanga , is seeking a dedicated and skilled Horticultural Production Manager. This on-site position is responsible for overseeing the entire production cycle of fruits and vegetables, ensuring optimal yield, quality, and efficiency. You will manage a team of agricultural workers, implement best practices in cultivation, pest control, and harvesting, and ensure adherence to stringent quality and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in commercial horticulture, a strong understanding of plant science, and excellent leadership capabilities. This role is crucial for maintaining the company's reputation for producing premium quality produce.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and manage all horticultural production activities, including planting, growing, and harvesting.
• Supervise and direct the work of horticultural staff, ensuring productivity and adherence to procedures.
• Implement and maintain best practices in crop management, including irrigation, fertilization, and pruning.
• Develop and execute integrated pest and disease management programs.
• Monitor crop health, growth, and yield, making adjustments as needed to optimize outcomes.
• Ensure the efficient use of resources such as water, nutrients, and labor.
• Oversee the quality control process from planting to packing.
• Maintain detailed records of production activities, inputs, yields, and labor.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations, as well as food safety standards.
• Manage the maintenance of horticultural equipment and infrastructure.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Horticulture, Agronomy, Plant Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial horticultural production management.
• Proven experience in managing teams and supervising agricultural labor.
• Strong knowledge of horticultural crops, cultivation techniques, pest and disease management, and post-harvest handling.
• Familiarity with irrigation systems, nutrient management, and greenhouse operations if applicable.
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a physically demanding environment.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and sustainable farming practices.
• Proficiency in record-keeping and basic data analysis.
• Valid driver's license.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, commensurate with experience and responsibilities.
• This role includes comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits.
• Accommodation on or near the farm may be available.
• Employees work with modern horticultural technology and equipment.
• This is an excellent opportunity for career growth within a successful and reputable agricultural enterprise situated in the heart of South Africa's horticultural region.