SUMMARY:
Elgin Area – WC: This position specializes in the production of top-quality lilies, and other seasonal flowers. The ideal candidate would have the necessary skills and experience to do the following tasks:
POSITION INFO:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Tertiary Qualification in Horticulture or Floriculture
Have at least 3 to 5 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 license
Good communication skills (speak and understand Afrikaans and/or English)
Must be flexible and willing to work overtime, weekends, public holidays, and night shift, when required.
Responsibilities including but 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 condition 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
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