Horticulturist - Greenhouse Operations Lead

Placements24; Centurion; Ibrido; ZAR 320.000 - 520.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is recruiting a Horticulturist to manage a cutting-edge greenhouse in Centurion, Gauteng. You will oversee climate-controlled cultivation, optimize irrigation, nutrition, pest and disease strategies, and ensure high-quality yields from premium crops.

You will lead a team of horticultural technicians, implement research findings, and drive efficiency using advanced greenhouse technologies in an urban farming setting.

Competenze

• Experience in greenhouse management with climate control, irrigation, pest and disease control, and nutrient management.
• Proven ability to lead a team of horticultural technicians.
• Experience implementing research findings to improve yield and efficiency.

Mansioni

• Oversee all aspects of controlled environment agriculture in a state-of-the-art greenhouse.
• Lead and develop a team of horticultural technicians.
• Drive operational efficiency and apply advanced horticultural technologies.

Conoscenze

Greenhouse management

Climate control

Irrigation systems

Pest and disease management

Nutrient management

Team leadership

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About the Role

Our client, a leader in innovative horticultural practices, is actively recruiting for a talented Horticulturist to manage and lead their state-of-the-art greenhouse operations in Centurion, Gauteng . This role is critical for overseeing all aspects of controlled environment agriculture, ensuring optimal growing conditions, and maximizing the quality and yield of high-value crops. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in greenhouse management, including climate control, irrigation systems, pest and disease management, and nutrient management. You will be responsible for leading a team of horticultural technicians, implementing research findings, and driving operational efficiency. This is an exciting opportunity to work with advanced horticultural technologies and contribute to sustainable food production in an urban setting. Our client is committed to research and development, offering a stimulating environment for professional growth and innovation in horticulture. Your expertise will directly impact the success of our premium produce line.