Assistant Farm Manager

Shou; Scarborough; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional agritech company is seeking an Assistant Farm Manager to lead operations in their hydroponic greenhouse. The role involves managing staff, overseeing irrigation and nutrient programs, and ensuring crop yield. A BSc in Plant Sciences and relevant experience in greenhouse operations are required. The company offers a compensation package commensurate with experience. Interested candidates should apply via email.

Benefits

Company incentive package

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in commercial greenhouse/hydroponic facility.
• Experience in hydroponic system operation and horticulture.
• Hands-on training with seeding, propagation, and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Manage staff including Production Specialists.
• Create and operate irrigation and nutrient programs.
• Plan and implement harvesting and planting schedules.
• Monitor production yields and align activities with goals.
• Oversee electrical, chilling, and air circulation controls.
• Ensure high health and safety standards of operational staff.

Skills

People Management

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Critical Thinking

Time Management

Organization Skills

Interpersonal Skills

MS Office Applications

Education

BSc in Plant Sciences or related field

Certification in Advanced Hydroponics

Job description

Berrycove Limited – Assistant Farm Manager

Berrycove Limited is seeking Assistant Farm Managers with direct experience working in advanced commercial hydroponic greenhouse environments to join its expanding farming operations in Tobago. This is a unique opportunity for CARICOM nationals to return home and be part of the regional initiative toward building food security through advanced AgTech.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Management of a staff of up to 6 including several Production Specialists.
• Responsible for the creation and operation of all irrigation and nutrient programs for a variety of crops across two greenhouse units.
• Plan and implement harvesting and planting schedules and sensitize staff on what to expect.
• Manage the production yields and ensure that all production activities are aligned with production goals.
• Operational oversight of all electrical, chilling, and air circulation controls within the designated production spaces.
• Monitor the health and safety and ensure high worker satisfaction of dedicated operational staff under your direct management.
• Support the packaging, logistics, and sales and marketing teams.

Daily, weekly, and monthly reporting.

Key Requirements

• 2-3 years of experience working in a commercial greenhouse/hydroponic facility.
• Experience in greenhouse operations, hydroponic system operation, and horticulture.
• Hands‑on training with seeding and propagation, transplanting and maintenance required for the ebb and flow system and staff.

The ability to train and delegate staff.

Qualifications

• BSc or similar Degree in Plant Sciences, Horticulture, Agricultural Technology, Agribusiness Management.
• Certification in Advanced Hydroponics from a recognised institution is an asset.

Skills and Abilities

Solid people management skills – team builder – team leader.

Excellent problem‑solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.

Team‑oriented with a positive outlook.

• Strong interpersonal skills. Able to communicate clearly with all staff levels and other stakeholders.

Accountability – takes initiative and ownership of responsibilities.

• Time Management & Organization Skills – able to prioritize and delegate tasks.

Data record management.

• Flexible work hours and timeliness. Able to work on demand when required.
• Physical demands – able to manage physical tasks such as loading and unloading, moving gardening supplies, medium to heavyweight tools and equipment, etc.
• Proficient in all MS Office applications with knowledge of plant recording databases.

The compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications and could include a company incentive package. We are an equal opportunity employer. To apply, please email your resumes to [e-mail] with the subject line "Assistant Farm Manager." Only suitable candidates will be contacted.