Vegetable Production Manager
East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Job Description
Our client is seeking a Vegetable Production Manager to join their team, based in East London.Minimum Requirements:-
- Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in Agriculture, Horticulture, or related field preferred
- Practical knowledge gained through experience is equally valued
- Minimum 5-10 years' of hands-on experience in vegetable production
- Proficiency in managing all aspects of crop production, including planting, irrigation, pest control and harvesting
- Plant Biology / Crop Experience - in depth understanding of growth requirements and best practices
- Equipment / Machinery - optimisation with irrigation equipment, calibrations, flow rates, dose rates and problem solving
- Planning and Scheduling - ability to create schedules, manage crop tasks and optimise resource allocation
- Pest and Disease Management - familiarity with integrated pest management (IPM) techniques
- Team Leadership / Team Player - experience in supervising farm workers, assigning tasks and ensuring efficient operations
- Quality Control - commitment to maintaining high quality produce
- Budgeting and Cost Management - ability to manage expenses related to seed, fertilizers, labour and equipment
- Adaptability - willingness to stay updated on industry trends and adopt new technologies
- Analytics / Research / Reporting - ability to understand numbers, trends and present findings in reports
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Job Detail
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Job IdJD1340866
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationEast London, Eastern Cape, South Africa
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EducationNot mentioned