European Experience Agriculture Manager - Emirates Farm

Apt Resources is proud to announce an exciting opportunity for a talented Agriculture Manager/Engineer to join the team at a prestigious Emirates Farm. This role involves overseeing all farm areas, such as crop management, equipment upkeep, and staff supervision. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for horticulture, excellent leadership abilities, and the capacity to make well-informed decisions

Responsibilities

  • Manage crop production, focusing on fruits, in greenhouse, net-house, and open field environments
  • Plan and execute crop scheduling
  • Oversee land preparation, planting, growing, and harvesting
  • Supervise the processing and packaging of produce
  • Coordinate the delivery of all farm produce
  • Budget and cost of all production-related activities
  • Manage fertigation, including hydroponics, and monitor crop performance in protected and open-field environments for efficient production
  • Implement pest control measures using Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
  • Manage irrigation systems
  • Ensure product quality control and oversee post-harvest management
  • Conduct field scouting, crop rotation, and cover cropping
  • Supervise daily time management and labor requirements
  • Develop and execute farm operations to ensure efficient and profitable crop production
  • Manage staff, including hiring, training, and performance management
  • Prepare and oversee budgets for farm operations, including labor, equipment, and supply costs
  • Ensure equipment maintenance and repair, keeping machinery in good working condition
  • Oversee the procurement of supplies, such as plant materials, fertilizers, and pesticides, while managing inventory levels
  • Monitor market conditions and provide recommendations for crop rotation and operational decisions
  • Collaborate with the sales team to ensure effective marketing and sales of crops
  • Ensure compliance with 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 knowledge-sharing and development
  • Focus on fruit tree crops like papaya, banana, mango, and citrus grown in various environments (greenhouse, net-house, open field)
  • Stay informed about best practices and emerging agricultural technologies, such as new crop varieties, horticultural practices, and fertigation, and provide regular updates on them


Requirements

  • Preferably experienced in managing greenhouse operations and/or fruit production
  • Familiarity with farm equipment such as irrigation systems, tractors, and harvesters commonly used in the UAE
  • Expertise in greenhouse technology, including fertigation (especially hydroponics), lighting, cooling, and irrigation systems
  • Bachelor's degree in agriculture required
  • A minimum of 5 years experience in farm management or a related field
  • Certification in greenhouse management, such as the Greenhouse Management Professional (GMP) certification
  • Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to effectively lead and motivate a team
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Knowledge of crop production and protection practices (e.g., Integrated Pest Management)
  • Experience in budget management and financial analysis
  • Familiarity with regulatory requirements in agriculture
  • Proficiency in using technology and farm management software
  • Must know end to end fruit growing practice
  • Good knowledge of fruit crops like citrus, mangoes, melons, apples, pears, and bananas


Benefits

The salary is AED 30, 000 plus car and fuel provided by the company
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Post date: Today
Publisher: LinkedIn