Junior Agriculture Engineer

Role overview

Plant care and nursery operations

• Develop plant health plans and diagnose and treat diseases, pests, and nutrient deficiencies.
• Oversee nursery propagation, pruning, and fertilization.
• Manage garden center operations, maintain an organized store environment, and ensure adequate inventory.
• Conduct quality checks and implement corrective actions.
• Supervise and train staff on plant care and handling.
• Track plant inventory and orders and coordinate with the inventory team.

Pest, soil, and fertilizer management

• Develop integrated pest management strategies to minimize chemical pesticide use and maintain a healthy ecosystem.
• Develop soil and fertilizer management plans to optimize plant growth and minimize environmental impact.

Qualifications and skills

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture Engineering.
• At least 2 years of experience managing a nursery or garden center, including plant health management and nursery operations.
• Basic knowledge of irrigation systems, farm machinery, and crop production.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to work in field conditions when required.
• Proficiency in MS Office; AutoCAD knowledge is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of plant identification, diagnosis, and treatment; experience with propagation, pruning, and fertilization.
• Familiarity with integrated pest management; customer service skills and ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, on-the-job training and mentorship, career growth opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

Workplace

• Work location is in person; field conditions may be required.