A horticultural farm located in Yokélé, in the Plateaux region, is looking for:
An agronomist engineer, technical and horticultural operations manager h/f
NB: post based in Yokélé (region of plateaus) with residence ideally in the farm where housing will be provided.
Main duties
Ensure the production, maintenance, health monitoring and development of horticultural crops of the farm, in compliance with the objectives of quality, profitability and excellence.
Education / Qualifications
The incumbent is responsible for transforming seeds, seeds and seedlings into vigorous, marketable, farm-standard subjects.
More specifically, under the supervision of his hierarchy, the horticultural production technician will be responsible for:
-carry out an in-depth documentary work on the plant species used (online research, library, etc.), in order to ensure their viability and sustainability;
-develop and implement a general plan for the organization of the different crops including soil preparation work and/or containers with a view to installing the plants; composition of the different soils according to the plant species concerned; sowing or planting grafting or cuttings; defining a schedule for stocking/restocking; application of fertilizers and/or phytosanitary products; etc.;
-ensure the best germination rates as well as the lowest loss rates;
-to ensure optimal growth of the plants.
-Anticipate and prevent diseases, pests, predators and risks that may affect crops; if necessary, apply appropriate treatments;
-supervise the pruning, watering, weeding and treatment of plants;
-write a daily report of activities on the farm;
-supervises permanent and seasonal farm staff;
-daily control of the watering system and verification of pressure and flow;
-provide shade, ventilation and temperature control; and
Other information
-take care of any other task affecting the farm and that his hierarchy will entrust to him.
Candidate profile
-hold an agronomic engineering degree, a crop production specialty or any other relevant diploma;
Experience
-have at least three years of experience in crop or agricultural production on a farm;
-Good knowledge of soil preparation techniques and/or containers for the installation of plants; composition of different soils according to the plant species concerned; sowing or grounding, grafting or cuttings; potting/repotting; application of fertilizers and/or phytosanitary products; etc.
-Be open-minded about new ways of doing things, enjoy learning and implementing new techniques;
-be loyal, offer exclusively his expertise and working time on the farm;
-Focus on farm activities and challenges and be determined to achieve all objectives assigned by the hierarchy;
-demonstrate humility, honesty and perseverance in the work;
-oppose waste and limit unnecessary losses of seeds and plants;
-master agricultural techniques and demonstrate practical intelligence and manual skill;
-have a good sense of observation to detect and diagnose the physiological state and needs of plants;
-ideally reside on the farm;
-Demonstrate good organizational skills and be able to lead a team;
-be curious and comfortable with the computer tool; and
-be available to take office as soon as possible.
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