Assistant Nursery/Farm Manager
Our client is a grower, packer and exporter of fruit in South Africa. They are currently looking for a suitable person to join their company as an Assistant Nursery/Farm Manager in the Nelspruit area. The incumbent will assist with the production of mainly avocado seedlings.
Responsibilities:
- Assisting with the management of the nursery and plant production
- Fertilization, chemical control, irrigation and all other aspects of the nursery, e.g. soil preparation
- Managing work teams
- Quality control
- Compliance with statutory requirements
Requirements:
- An appropriate qualification in Agriculture (B-degree / B.Tech qualification)
- 1-2 years’ experience in fruit production
- Knowledge of plant production practices
- Organizational, administrative and management skills, planning, good interpersonal skills, ability to manage and motivate staff to achieve goals
- Valid driver’s license
Please ENSURE that your application includes the following:
- a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae, inclusive of contact and email information
- a covering letter motivating the application
- an indication of current and expected remuneration
- availability
- contactable referees
If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please accept that your application was not successful. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.