Head of Section – Veg Nursery at AAA Growers

Your tasks and responsibilities

• Develop and implement fertilization programs tailored to different crop needs.
• Undertake grafting techniques to enhance plant quality and yield.
• Choose high-quality seeds for various crops based on desired traits and performance.
• Plan and execute precise sowing schedules for optimal germination and growth.
• Monitor and control environmental conditions to ensure high germination rates.
• Efficiently manage the transplanting process to minimize plant stress and mortality.
• Implement pruning techniques to promote healthy growth and productivity
• Identify and select healthy scions for grafting.
• Prepare rootstocks to ensure successful grafting.
• Provide appropriate care to grafted plants to ensure successful union and growth
• Develop and apply fertilization plans tailored to the nutritional needs of different crops.
• Accurately identify pests and diseases affecting crops while applying appropriate control measures to manage pest and disease issues effectively.
• Plan and manage crop production schedules to meet market demands.
• To ensure that the quantity and quality of seedlings are produced to meet the requirements of the farm/s
• To ensure that all plant husbandries including spray programs within the scope of the nursery are performed to the highest standard.
• Monitor and ensure the production of healthy, high-quality seedlings.
• Supervise and coordinate nursery staff, ensuring efficient and productive operations and that all staff achieves the recommended daily tasks.
• Participate, coordinate, and manage all activities that fall in the domain of the spray department.
• Prepare and submit monthly reports to the Veg Nursery Manager.
• To ensure the nursery operations adhere to customer standards

Your profile

• Degree in Horticulture/ Agriculture or a related field.
• Over 5 years of direct hands-on experience in managing nurseries, particularly in vegetable production, with a focus on grafting, transplanting, and plant husbandry.
• Any relevant certification that showcases proficiency in managing nursery operations.
• Proven experience in identifying and controlling pests and diseases in crops, including the application of pesticides and other control measures.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement fertilization plans tailored to the specific nutritional needs of different crops.
• Expertise in grafting and pruning techniques to enhance plant quality and yield.
• Strong skills in planning and managing crop production schedules to meet market demands, including transplanting, and maintaining plant health.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic and diverse agricultural environment.
• Ability to identify issues within the nursery, such as pest outbreaks or grafting failures, and develop effective solutions.
• Strong reporting skills to prepare and submit detailed monthly reports