Farm Manager ikhangela i Head Grower, eMonti, eMpuma Koloni.

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Farm Manager ikhangela i Head Grower, eMonti, eMpuma Koloni.

DESCRIPTION 

HEAD GROWER – FM1885

East London Area – Eastern Cape >

East London Area – Eastern Cape: Our client is looking for a Head Grower to join the team.

Only candidates with the relevant experience will be considered.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Agricultural Diploma/ Degree

Greenhouse management experience

At least 4 years’ experience in a similar role

Fertilizer/poison & plant illness experience

Irrigation experience

Computer literate

Exceptional leadership and management experience, with good interpersonal communication skills

Strong leadership skills and able to motivate team

Commitment to delivering a high level of services

Valid driver’s license

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

 Management

Provide technical guidance and leadership of all production departments.

Maximise the output of all production facilities through the implementation of efficient operating procedures and practices

Day to day management of greenhouse climate, fertigation strategy,

Waste management

Train junior growers to be able to manage the crops

Ensure production processes continues 7 days per week

Crop Management

Maintain effective management of all crops.

Planting schedules

Fertigation strategy and plant nutrition

Climate management – optimum temperature & humidity control

Disease identification and preventative action

Oversee day to day cultivation, pest control and harvesting activities

Ensure adequate sanitation and hygiene procedures are in place and operational

Arrange regular analysis of water and plant material to facilitate early disease identification and optimise production

Oversee propagation and seedling department in terms of growing the plants.

Develop and implement biological control of pest and diseases

R & D

Research new varieties and growing techniques and develop systems and practices which ensure the company maintains its position at the forefront of technology and production.

Evaluation of new varieties and growing techniques through scientific trial

Identification of training needs and staff developmen

Evaluate and recommend improvements to current production systems

ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Closing Date Akuchazwanga 

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