Agriculture horticulture

My client, an international concern within the agricultural industry, is seeking to employ a Production Team Leader who will be responsible for the successful propagation, production and horticultural care of their plants grown in the nurseries to meet the goal of producing compliant crops within the established budget. The successful candidate will report to the Production Manager. The team leader performs a variety of tasks at the nursery including supervising work. Team leaders act as the coordinator for work and information between management and employees. The successful candidate will be reporting to the production manager and supervise work teams, labor contractors and other temporary employees as needed. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Other duties may be assigned) Supervises, organizes and monitors the work of employees within assigned teams. Makes impartial decisions in regard to scheduling work to employees and teams. Consistently applies work rules to all employees. Notifies management of problems or potential issues in a timely manner. Trains new employees on company processes, locations and work standards. Accurately reports and records work activity. Assists with time-motion studies as needed. Assists with organizing workflow and work efficiency. Assists with monitoring plant quality by watching for unusual plant appearance, plant diseases or signs of stress, pests, or other potential problems with the crop. Notifies management of issues in a timely manner. Performs all work activities and promotes work crews to perform work in a safe and efficient manner. Brings potential hazards to the immediate attention of management or the safety committee. Follows all pesticide signage. Immediately reports accidents, injuries and near-misses to management. Enforces the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when completing tasks (ear plugs/muffs, gloves, boots, safety glasses, etc.). Assist employees in performing work by answering questions and demonstrating techniques. Trains employees on how to operate equipment and machinery safely. Monitors and shares supplies and resources (i.e., pallets, boxes, tape, gloves, fertilizer, etc.) and notifies managers of potential shortages in a timely manner. Cross trains in all functions of the nursery (shipping, inventory, production, quality control, etc) at all locations. Demonstrates a willingness to learn new tasks and take on individual responsibilities. Supervises labor contractors and other temporary employees. Motivates employees to do their best work by being positive and offering encouragement. Encourages employees to contribute ideas and suggestions in order to improve the operation of the nursery. QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: Matric plus relevant post matric qualification (Agriculture, Horticulture, Production Management etc.) A valid driver’s license Fully bilingual (Afrikaans and English) 1-3 Years experience in... Job Reference #: SW002346/AM

Prestigious international Blue Berry Nursery / Grower, is seeking to employ a Production Team Leader who will be responsible for the successful propagation, production and horticultural care of their plants grown in the nurseries to meet the goal of producing compliant crops within the established budget. The successful candidate will report to the Production Manager. The team leader performs a variety of tasks at the nursery including supervising work. Team leaders act as the coordinator for work and information between management and employees. The successful candidate will be reporting to the production manager and supervise work teams, labor contractors and other temporary employees as needed. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Other duties may be assigned) Supervises, organizes and monitors the work of employees within assigned teams. Makes impartial decisions in regard to scheduling work to employees and teams. Consistently applies work rules to all employees. Notifies management of problems or potential issues in a timely manner. Trains new employees on company processes, locations and work standards. Accurately reports and records work activity. Assists with time-motion studies as needed. Assists with organizing workflow and work efficiency. Assists with monitoring plant quality by watching for unusual plant appearance, plant diseases or signs of stress, pests, or other potential problems with the crop. Notifies management of issues in a timely manner. Performs all work activities and promotes work crews to perform work in a safe and efficient manner. Brings potential hazards to the immediate attention of management or the safety committee. Follows all pesticide signage. Immediately reports accidents, injuries and near-misses to management. Enforces the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when completing tasks (ear plugs/muffs, gloves, boots, safety glasses, etc.). Assist employees in performing work by answering questions and demonstrating techniques. Trains employees on how to operate equipment and machinery safely. Monitors and shares supplies and resources (i.e., pallets, boxes, tape, gloves, fertilizer, etc.) and notifies managers of potential shortages in a timely manner. Cross trains in all functions of the nursery (shipping, inventory, production, quality control, etc) at all locations. Demonstrates a willingness to learn new tasks and take on individual responsibilities. Supervises labor contractors and other temporary employees. Motivates employees to do their best work by being positive and offering encouragement. Encourages employees to contribute ideas and suggestions in order to improve the operation of the nursery. QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: Matric plus relevant post matric qualification (Agriculture, Horticulture, Production Management etc.) A valid driver’s license Fully bilingual (Afrikaans and English) 1-3 Years experience in a nursery / ag...

Minimum Requirements: - Diploma/Degree in Horticulture/Agriculture - At least 5 years practical experience in Horticulture & References from reputable company - Must have previous Project Management experience - Practical and Systematic person who is a logical thinker - Knowledge of green peppers, tomatoes, citrus - Ability to manage staff - Excellent communication skills and computer literacy Position Details: - Tunnel farming - Nursery Management - Customer Service Email CV and ID Copy to ronel@suthagroup.co.za

Good day, I'm seeking for a job opportunity in agriculture.I have BSc Honors degree in Agriculture and 3 years experience working as a Farm manager and 3 months as an Agricultural Training officer. Main experience in cropping particularly horticulture, grains, citrus & grapes and livestock production experience on poultry, dairy involving Artificial insemination, sheep, goats and partial experience on piggery. For more details feel free to contact me on 0848746134 or email: tinosbanhwa@gmail.com

Minimum requirements for the role: Must have a B. Sc. in Agriculture, specializing in Horticulture, Plant Pathology, Entomology, or Agronomy Must have CropLife certification in Basic Crop Protection Minimum 5 years experience working with specific crops Proven sales and marketing experience in the South African agricultural input sector is essential Experience with biological solutions is advantageous Must have strong communication and relationship-building abilities Ability to influence and drive change in existing crop protection programs Performance-driven with a high level of self-discipline, integrity, and excellence Must be proficient in Afrikaans (Reading, Speaking, and Presenting) Willingness to travel regionally and relocate if required The successful candidate will be responsible for: Promoting biological solutions to growers and distributors. Providing expert advice on crop protection and bio-stimulant solutions. Building and maintaining trusted relationships with customers and industry partners. Guiding clients in integrating biological solutions into their crop protection programs. Conducting training sessions and presentations on biological solutions. Travelling within assigned areas to support growers and distribution partners. Please note that subsequent to the screening and shortlisting process, all further communication will be entered into, only with the shortlisted candidates

Key Responsibilities Execute commercial seedling production in line with international quality standards. Plan and implement daily irrigation and pest control schedules. Guide and manage the irrigation team effectively. Maintain and operate growing support systems. Conduct seedling production trials to improve processes and yield. Requirements Education & Experience A tertiary qualification in Agriculture or Horticulture. Experience in intensive vegetable farming is advantageous. Skills & Competencies Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Fluent in English and Afrikaans (written and spoken). Leadership skills with the ability to delegate tasks and follow up. Valid drivers licence and access to own transport. What We Offer Competitive remuneration package. A dynamic working environment with growth opportunities. Send your CV to