HYDROPONIC MANAGER

SUMMARY:
Yzerfontein area, Western Cape Province – South Africa: We are looking for someone who enjoys being in the growing environment, pays attention to detail, takes pride in doing things properly and is driven by the results of their work.
If you are passionate about growing, enjoy solving problems and want to be part of a team producing high-quality crops at scale, we want to hear from you.

POSITION INFO:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
 

• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in hydroponic farming, horticulture, nursery management, or intensive crop production.
• Must have a passion for farming
• Must be hands-on, self-starter and a do-er
• Ability to speak Xhosa
• Valid driver’s licence with code 10 advantageous

• Manage the complete process from seeding and germination through to transplanting young seedlings, ensuring every seed has the best possible opportunity to contribute to maximum final yield.

• Manage fertigation and closely monitor crop performance to optimise yield, quality and consistency across a range of herbs, leafy greens, microgreens and edible flowers.

• Grow crops using coco coir and Nutrient Film Technique (NFT) systems, maintaining optimal growing conditions throughout the production cycle.

• Operate and monitor computerised, cloud-based water filtration and irrigation systems.

• Maintain every component of the irrigation system to ensure consistent water and nutrient delivery. This includes ensuring that every emitter across 54 km of drip tape delivers the required volume accurately and reliably.

• Monitor crops for pests and implement effective pest-control measures to maintain healthy growing conditions and protect yield.

• Work collaboratively within a 25+ person team to achieve production targets, quality standards and desired outcomes.