Farm Manager- Hydroponic

§ Strategize crop planning as per the market demand fluctuations.

§ Develop crop schedules to ensure crop availability as per the demand forecast.

§ Ensure all steps of farming from seeding to harvesting are controlled and foresee any gaps.

§ Coordinate with the Sales and marketing team to understand the market requirement and plan farm production.

· Conduct farm surveys to evaluate compliance with company & government standards.

· Ensure each stage of farming is effectively managed without any shrinkage.

· Instruct farm workers on correct usage of insecticides, fertilizers and other chemicals to ensure healthy crop production. Establish reliable IPM systems.

· Observe and check the quality of the crops and make changes to the atmospheric conditions as required.

§ Developing food, health & safety policies & procedures in coordination with the HR team and ensuring the company meets its statutory obligations in all areas pertaining to food safety, health and hygiene at workplace.

§ Ensure that all the farm workers have valid Occupational health certificates to avoid municipal penalties.

§ Ensure that the farm activities are in accordance with the ISO and HACCP compliances.

§ Coordinate with the HVAC and MEP maintenance teams on a regular basis for issues regarding AC, electricity and plumbing to ensure smooth round-the-clock operations.

§ Ensure all Grow systems, environment sensors and instruments operate well.

§ Ensure and oversee effective hygiene practices in the farm and warehouse.

§ Ensure that the farm has restricted entry and access is provided to authorized personnel.

§ Ensure that all security breaches are escalated and addressed promptly.

§ Track and control the inventory stock of raw materials required for farming.

§ Ensure the adequate stocks are available to meet the customer demands and fluctuations.

§ Coordinate with the procurement team to keep the stock and inventory replenished.

§ Record and manage inventory on Data management tools & ERP systems.

§ Coordinate with the Sales team regarding any customer complaints.

§ Investigate the grounds of complaint and prepare the report to be shared with the stakeholders.

§ Ensure a resolution is provided and lapses do not recur.

§ Ensure all control systems are working well to avoid any squandering.

§ Plan and propose initiatives for recycling water, raw materials and other resources.

§ Ensure proper disposal of farm, water and solid waste in accordance with municipal guidelines.

§ Keep abreast of the new market trends and technologies in the agricultural field. § Propose and adopt the new developments and advancements for better yield and quality of the crop.

§ Serving as a point of contact for farm workers for their attendance, leave and other issues in coordination with the HR.

§ Train and enhance the Farm workers’ skills to improve farming solutions as well as their personal growth.

§ Manage staffing, weekly scheduling to ensure smooth daily operations.

§ Maintaining and updating various trackers (sick leave, annual leave & Compensatory leave tracker etc.)

§ Preparing MIS reports for management review.

§ Bachelor's or Master’s degree in agriculture or Agricultural Engineering. Must be MOCCAE certified agricultural engineer.

§ At least 5-6 years of experience in farm management.

§ Familiarity with modern farm management systems, technologies, and farm equipment maintenance

§ Excellent communication skills in English.

Extensive IT proficiency in Microsoft Office is required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED12,000.00 - AED16,000.00 per month