Vegetable Production Manager

  • East London
  • Staff Unlimited Recruitment Pty Ltd Ta Mpc Recruitment Group Ec

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