Agriculture Manager

Date Posted 09-09-2024 

Position: Agriculture Manager 

Nationality: Jordan, Lebanon & South Africa

Job location: Abu Dhabi (UAE)

Candidate location: Open 

Qualifications:

• Experience in managing greenhouse operations and/or fruit production is preferred.
• Knowledge of farm equipment, including irrigation systems, tractors, and harvesters commonly used in the UAE.
• Knowledge of greenhouse equipment, fertigation especially hydroponics, lighting, cooling and irrigation systems.
• Bachelors degree in agriculture
• 5+ years of experience in farm management or a related field.
• Optional certification in greenhouse management, such as the Greenhouse Management Professional (GMP) certification.
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of crop production and protection practices (IPM).
• Experience with budget management and financial analysis.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements related to agriculture.
• Proficient in the use of technology and farm management software.

Job responsibilities: 

• Management of crop production especially fruits in Greenhouse, Net-house and open field environments
• Crop Scheduling
• Land Preparation
• Planting, Growing & Harvesting
• Processing & Packaging of all produce
• Delivery of all produce from the farm
• Budgeting and costing of produce related activities
• Manage fertigation including hydroponics, and monitor crops produced in protected environments and open field to ensure the efficient production of crops.
• Pest control measures - IPM
• Irrigation systems management
• Oversight of product quality control and post-harvest product management.
• Field scouting, crop rotation and cover cropping
• Supervision of the day-to-day time management and labor requirements
• Plan and execute farm operations to ensure the efficient and profitable production of crops.
• Supervise and manage staff, including hiring, training, and performance management.
• Develop and manage budgets for farm operations, including expenses related to labor, equipment, and supplies.
• Manage equipment maintenance and repair, ensuring that all machinery is in good working order.
• Oversee the purchase of supplies, including plant material, fertilizers, pesticides, and manage inventory to ensure adequate supply levels.
• Monitor market conditions and make recommendations for crop rotation and other operational decisions.
• Coordinate with the sales department to ensure that crops are marketed and sold effectively.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements related to food safety, environmental regulations, and labor laws.
• Maintain accurate records of farm operations, including crop yields, expenses, and revenues.
• Collaborate with other farm managers for development and experience learning.
• Main crops of interest are fruit trees (papaya, banana, mango, citrus, ..) grown in greenhouse, net house and open field
• stay up-to-date on best practices and emerging technologies in agriculture such as new varieties, horticultural practices, fertigation and report on it

Salary AED 30000 + benefits