Horticulture In-Charge (Organic Farm)

About this opportunity

The Horticulture In-Charge is responsible for the day-to-day management and supervision of horticultural production across the farm, ensuring the successful cultivation of high-quality organic fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other crops. The position is responsible for maintaining premium organic growing standards, optimizing crop health and productivity, developing sustainable cultivation practices, supervising farm teams, and ensuring that all produce meets the farm's quality, presentation, and food-safety expectations. The Horticulture In-Charge will play a key role in creating a productive, visually exceptional, environmentally responsible, and commercially successful organic farm. A. Organic Crop Production Plan, coordinate, and supervise the complete crop production cycle from soil preparation and planting through harvesting. Develop seasonal crop calendars and planting schedules in coordination with the Farm Manager and management team. Manage the cultivation of vegetables, herbs, fruits, flowers, specialty crops, and other farm products. Ensure appropriate crop spacing, planting depth, propagation, transplanting, pruning, training, thinning, and harvesting techniques. Monitor crop growth and development and take timely corrective action when required. Maintain consistent production of premium-quality produce throughout the growing season. Introduce suitable crop varieties based on climate, soil conditions, market demand, and farm requirements. Implement crop rotation, intercropping, companion planting, cover cropping, and other appropriate organic farming practices. B. Soil Health & Organic Farming Take responsibility for maintaining and improving long-term soil health and fertility. Develop and implement organic soil-management programs. Coordinate the use of compost, organic fertilizers, natural soil amendments, green manure, and other approved inputs. Monitor soil structure, fertility, pH, moisture, and organic matter. Promote biological activity and biodiversity within growing areas. Ensure that all cultivation practices comply with the farm's organic principles and applicable organic certification requirements. Maintain accurate records of approved inputs and soil treatments.. C. Irrigation & Water Management Supervise irrigation requirements across all cultivation areas. Ensure crops receive appropriate quantities of water according to crop type, growth stage, weather conditions, and soil moisture. Monitor irrigation systems for leaks, blockages, pressure issues, and inefficient water distribution. Promote efficient water-management practices such as drip irrigation, mulching, moisture monitoring, and appropriate irrigation scheduling. Work with the maintenance team to ensure irrigation infrastructure is maintained in excellent condition. Monitor and report water consumption and identify opportunities for conservation. D. Pest, Disease & Crop Health Management Conduct regular inspections of crops for pests, diseases, nutrient deficiencies, and environmental stress. Establish and maintain an effective Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program using organic and environmentally responsible methods. Prioritize preventive measures, beneficial insects, biological controls, crop diversity, sanitation, and cultural practices. Ensure only approved organic inputs are used where treatment is necessary. Maintain records of pest and disease monitoring, treatments, applications, and results. Work proactively to prevent crop losses and maintain premium crop quality. E. Propagation & Nursery Management Manage nursery and propagation activities for seeds, seedlings, cuttings, and young plants. Establish appropriate propagation schedules based on the farm's production plan. Ensure high standards of seedling quality, hygiene, growing media, irrigation, nutrition, and environmental control. Monitor germination and transplant survival rates. Maintain accurate nursery production and inventory records. F. Farm Team Management Supervise, train, and allocate daily responsibilities to horticulture and farm workers. Prepare daily and seasonal work schedules according to crop requirements. Monitor attendance, productivity, workmanship, and compliance with farm procedures. Train team members in organic cultivation techniques, safe equipment use, irrigation, harvesting, hygiene, and farm safety. Maintain a culture of professionalism, cleanliness, accountability, and respect for the land. Identify training needs and provide ongoing coaching to improve team performance. G. Farm Infrastructure & Equipment Ensure horticultural tools, machinery, irrigation equipment, greenhouses, shade structures, nursery facilities, and growing areas are maintained properly. Report maintenance requirements promptly. Ensure equipment is used safely and appropriately. Maintain appropriate stocks of seeds, organic inputs, growing media, tools, and other horticultural materials. Assist with planning and implementation of farm improvements and new cultivation areas. H. Organic Certification, Food Safety & Documentation Ensure horticultural activities comply with the farm's organic production standards and certification requirements. Maintain accurate records of planting, inputs, irrigation, pest management, crop treatments, harvesting, yields, and other required activities. Support internal and external organic certification inspections and audits. Ensure traceability of crops and approved farm inputs. Follow applicable food-safety, hygiene, occupational-health, and environmental requirements. Immediately report any non-compliance or potential contamination risk to management. Education: Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Horticulture, Agriculture, Agronomy, Plant Science, or a related field. Experience: Minimum 5 years of relevant horticulture or organic farming experience . Experience managing premium or specialty crops is highly desirable. Previous supervisory or farm-management experience is required. Experience with organic certification standards and documentation is strongly preferred. Experience with greenhouse, protected cultivation, hydroponic, or controlled-environment agriculture would be an advantage