Remote Greenhouse Operations & Horticulture Specialist

Placements24

George

Hybrid

ZAR 550,000 - 850,000

Full time

37 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Retirement fund contributions

Online courses & conferences

Flexible working hours

Home office stipend

Internet connectivity stipend

Virtual team-building

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a seasoned Horticulturalist to lead remote management of high-tech greenhouse facilities, optimizing hydroponic and aeroponic growth from anywhere. You will configure environmental controls, analyze data, and coordinate with a distributed team to maximize yield and quality.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's in Horticulture or related field with 5+ years in commercial greenhouse management, expertise in CEA, IPM, and automation, and strong remote problem-solving and SOP

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Horticulture, Plant Science, Agronomy, or related discipline.
Minimum of 5 years in commercial greenhouse management with CEA focus.
Proven expertise in hydroponic and/or aeroponic systems.
Experience with environmental control systems and automation in greenhouses.
Proficiency in data analysis, interpretation, and reporting.

Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day remote operations of multiple high-tech greenhouse facilities.
Develop, implement, and monitor optimal growing protocols for hydroponic/aeroponic systems.
Manage environmental control systems (lighting, temperature, humidity, CO2).
Troubleshoot plant health, nutrient imbalances, and system malfunctions using remote diagnostics.
Monitor crop growth, yield, and quality metrics; adjust as needed to meet targets.
Analyze environmental data to identify trends and improvements.
Collaborate with R&D on crop trials and new cultivation techniques.
Maintain records of growing activities and resource usage.