• An established manufacturer and distributor of chemicals is seeking the above to lead and oversee all Myco-production and Greenhouse functions, Washing, Processing Plants and related personnel as well as plan and execute the production of Mycorrhizae.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a National Diploma in Agriculture or a B.Sc. Agric degree
• Certificate or diploma in Management/Supervisory skills is advantageous
• Minimum 5 years’ post qualification experience in the relevant field
• Must possess previous management/supervisory experience of subordinates
• Sound working knowledge of horticultural and agronomy principals is essential
• Knowledge of SHEQ Management Systems requirements and the Occupational Health and Safety Act is essential
• Must have possession of a valid driver’s license, have own reliable transport and must be medically fit to drive
• Must be available after-hours to oversee contractors if needed, including during times of extreme weather to check on plants
• Must be available during public holidays and during end of year closing period

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Managing integrated pest control in relation to insects, plant diseases, and weeds.
• Addressing nutrient stress and deficiencies in the fertigation program.
• Handling water stress issues in the water program.
• Arranging and managing all greenhouse repairs.
• Drafting and managing cleaning and maintenance schedules.
• Overseeing the use of the drive motor and conveyor system in newly acquired tunnels, ensuring correct and safe usage.
• Troubleshooting issues related to the functioning of equipment and reporting any issues.
• Liaising with technical personnel regarding forecasting production needs.
• Attending monthly meetings with stakeholders to address production forecasting challenges and bottlenecks.
• Overseeing and participating in monthly stock takes.
• Interpreting data to identify and implement appropriate improvements.
• Exploring innovative ways to optimize cultivation methods.
• Ordering consumables for the greenhouses and managing the Myco-production budget.
• Managing the production team to ensure a highly driven and motivated work ethic.
• Processing approximately 74-148 crates/day based on daily demand.
• Drafting and managing cleaning and maintenance schedules.
• Arranging and managing repairs.
• Overseeing and participating in the monthly stock take of Myco powder and raw materials.
• Assuming responsibility for the traceability system for all produced Myco powder and driving regular improvements in recordkeeping, grading, and sampling processes.
• Liaising with the QC department for quality control of graded Myco powder.
• Issuing Myco powder to the Processing department to ensure adherence to the traceability system.
• Conducting trials to improve spore recovery during the harvesting process.
• Maintaining greenhouse records.
• Developing and capturing protocols and SOPs for greenhouses, wash, and processing plants.
• Obtaining sign-off on all protocols and SOPs.
• Arranging weekly meetings with the Technical Manager to discuss objectives and planning for the week and month.
• Compiling annual timeline plans for the production of Mycorrhizae.
• Driving: Collecting consumables and samples, as well as delivering samples.
• Supporting other divisions with driving requests.
• Utilizing the tractor and trailer to transport crates or waste products when needed.