CUT-FLOWER PRODUCTION MANAGER – FM2182

Grabouw Area – Western Cape: Our client is looking for a Cut-Flower Production Manager to join the team.

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https://webapp.placementpartner.com/wi/vacancy/?id=farm&VacRef=FM002182&preview=3a297e5b5ab71315f20e11f554a48164

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Tertiary Qualification in Horticulture or Floriculture
• Have at least 3 to 5 of years practical experience in growing flowers or related field
• Must have experience with techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting plant products, including storage/handling techniques.
• Must have the ability to combine a scientific yet commercial approach, with a keen eye for detail.
• A working knowledge of MS Office (MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook)
• Good planning, organizing & record keeping skills
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and pro-activeness
• Ability to manage oneself and work independently
• Must have a valid Code B driver’s licence
• Good communication skills (speak and understand Afrikaans and/or English)
• Must be flexible and willing to work overtime, weekends, public holidays and night shifts, when required

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO

• Manage and execute harvest, maintenance, fertiliser and planting activities.
• Identify insects, deficiencies and any other problems and implement spray programs and feeding regimes to correct.
• Ensure that proper watering, scouting, harvesting and hygiene procedures are followed.
• Ensure that the production areas are in a neat and hygienic at all times.
• Oversee and manage staff to ensure all tasks are done timeously and to standard.
• Plan for staff requirements on a weekly basis.
• Maintain accurate records of planting, production and harvest.

ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted