Head of Section(Avocado Division)

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• Degree or Diploma in Horticulture/ Agriculture or a related field.
  
• Over 2 years of direct hands-on experience in a busy Farm Site/Plant environment and fully
  
• conversant with Avocado operations in the food processing industry.
  
• Self-motivated, strategic thinker with excellent crisis management skills and able to bring solutions to the table.
  
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic and diverse agricultural environment.
  
• Strong administration, site management and people management skills with proven delivery on targets within a strict timeframe.
  
• Report writing skills.
  

• Oversee daily orchard operations, including irrigation, fertilization, pest and disease control, harvesting, and nursery management.
  
• Monitor tree health, plant nutrition, and pest management programs.
  
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of irrigation systems, spraying equipment, and field tools.
  
• Supervise labor teams, allocate daily tasks, and maintain staff discipline and welfare.
  
• Train staff on pruning, grafting, harvesting, mulching, and organic farming practices.
  
• Maintain accurate records of irrigation, spray schedules, labor allocation, and orchard activities.
  
• Ensure fruit quality control and compliance with export and agricultural standards.
  
• Plan and requisition necessary farm inputs in a timely manner.
  
• Work closely with the agronomy team to ensure pests and diseases remain below economic thresholds.