Horticulturalist - Greenhouse Operations Manager

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Sur place; ZAR 240 000 - 320 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Horticulturalist for state-of-the-art greenhouse operations in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. The role requires deep knowledge of controlled environment agriculture, plant physiology, and environmental monitoring. You will lead a team of horticultural technicians, optimize growing conditions to maximize crop quality and yield, and implement innovative practices to produce premium produce in this key agricultural region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Horticulture or related field.
• Extensive greenhouse management experience.
• Proven knowledge of controlled environment agriculture.

Responsabilités

• Lead a team of horticultural technicians.
• Optimize growing conditions to maximize yield.
• Implement innovative horticultural practices.

Connaissances

Plant physiology

Nutrient management

Pest management

Environmental monitoring

Team leadership

Formation

Bachelor's in Horticulture

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client is a leading producer of high-value horticultural crops and is seeking a dedicated Horticulturalist to manage their state-of-the-art greenhouse operations located in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. This critical role demands extensive knowledge of controlled environment agriculture, including plant physiology, nutrient management, pest and disease control, and environmental monitoring. You will be responsible for leading a team of horticultural technicians, optimizing growing conditions to maximize crop quality and yield, and implementing innovative horticultural practices. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Horticulture or a related field, combined with significant practical experience in greenhouse management. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to work with advanced horticultural technologies and contribute to the production of premium quality produce in a key agricultural region.