ASSISTANT NURSERY MANAGER, Soweto

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in working and supervising a fruit tree nursery

BSc or MSc degree in horticulture, agronomy, or a related field.

Professional proficiency in English

Practical knowledge of propagation techniques, pest and disease management, irrigation and fertigation

Strong planning and organizational skills

Hardworking, hands‑on approach

Ability to train and develop nursery staff effectively.

Result‑driven and passionate about excellence

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO

Assist in managing the nursery to produce high‑quality seedlings for citrus and other tropical fruits.

Implement best practices for nursery management, including propagation techniques and pest/disease control.

Manage irrigation and nutrient programs for greenhouse and shade‑house plants.

Develop and maintain systems for quality assurance and seedling traceability.

Monitor nursery performance and maintain accurate records for reporting and continuous improvement.

Train and supervise nursery staff to ensure adherence to international standards and company protocols.

Test and screen new citrus varieties and rootstocks.

Provide after‑sales technical support to farmers regarding seedling care and orchard establishment.

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short‑listed candidates will be contacted

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