Junior Operational Assistant (Agriculture)
Reference: 10141 MLR
Consultant: Michelle le Roux
Job Description:
- Pruning, training and harvesting of various crops.
- Maintaining crops in tunnels.
- Removing plant material.
- Pollination of plants.
- Any other production tasks.
- Monitoring and installing climate control systems across three climate-controlled tunnels, including temperature control, humidity, light intensity and ventilation.
- Assist with troubleshooting and maintenance of climate control equipment.
- Implement emergency procedures during power interruptions or system errors.
- Follow seasonal adjustment guidelines as instructed by the operations manager.
- Manage irrigation schedules, water supply, and hardware components on irrigation system.
- Oversee system settings, including alarms and troubleshooting.
- Monitor water and fertilizer analyses (EC, pH, volume).
- Ensure effective fertilizer application and buffer processes.
- Ensure that emergency procedures are followed and escalate any issues to the operational manager.
- Maintain good communication skills with the team and key stakeholders such as suppliers and contractors.
Qualifications:
- A relevant degree or diploma in agriculture, engineering, or related field.
- At least one year’s experience in agriculture or tunnel production, systems control, or a similar role.
- Basic knowledge of climate control and irrigation systems.
- Detail orientated, with good problem-solving skills.
- Willing to learn and work under guidance.
- Excellent communication skills in Afrikaans and English.
- Available to be on water duty for one weekend per month.
How to Apply:
- Email your comprehensive CV to exceedhr@exceed.co.za.
- If you are already registered, please forward your CV and the relevant reference number to the consultant with whom you are currently registered in order to avoid duplicity on our system.
- We reserve the right to only conduct interviews with candidates of choice.
- Applicants who have not received feedback within 30 days from the closing date must please accept their application as unsuccessful.
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