Senior Horticultural Ops Lead: Quality & Innovation

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 432,000 - 528,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement annuity

Professional development

Annual leave and sick leave

Travel allowance

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 is sourcing a Horticultural Operations Manager near George, Western Cape. The role oversees propagation to harvest, drives quality, and optimizes resources while leading a dedicated team to deliver premium horticultural products for domestic and export markets.

The successful candidate will apply plant science expertise, implement innovative techniques, and ensure safety, compliance, and efficient operations across all production stages.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive horticultural management experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Horticulture, Agriculture, Plant Science, or related field.
• Experience with greenhouse or open-field crop production.
• Knowledge of plant physiology, soil science, and pest/disease management.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise planting, cultivation, irrigation, pest and disease control, and harvesting.
• Develop and implement strategic operational plans to meet production targets and quality standards.
• Optimize resource allocation including labor, water, and materials for cost-effectiveness.
• Lead, train, and motivate a team of horticultural technicians and workers.
• Ensure strict quality control and maintain detailed crop performance records.
• Research and introduce innovative horticultural techniques and technologies.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing to align production with market demands.
• Manage relationships with suppliers and external service providers.

Skills

Leadership

Horticultural knowledge

Data analysis

Project planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Horticulture / Agriculture / Plant Science

Job description

Placements24 is sourcing a Horticultural Operations Manager near George, Western Cape. The role oversees propagation to harvest, drives quality, and optimizes resources while leading a dedicated team to deliver premium horticultural products for domestic and export markets.

The successful candidate will apply plant science expertise, implement innovative techniques, and ensure safety, compliance, and efficient operations across all production stages.