A well-established farm near Thika is seeking a skilled Greenhouse Farm Manager to oversee daily production activities within high-tech greenhouse facilities. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in vegetable production, specifically tomatoes and capsicum, and a hands-on approach to managing greenhouse operations, quality, and labour teams.
This
role is suited to a driven, organised individual who understands modern
protected-farming systems and can consistently deliver high-quality produce to
market standards.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Diploma/Degree in Agriculture, Horticulture,
Agronomy, or related field.
- Proven experience managing greenhouse vegetable
production (tomatoes & capsicum essential).
- Strong understanding of crop nutrition,
irrigation, pest/disease management, and modern greenhouse systems.
- Ability to lead teams, plan work, and manage
production efficiently.
- Strong communication, organisational, and
problem-solving abilities.
- Reliable, hands-on, and able to work
independently.
Key Responsibilities
Greenhouse
Production
- Manage all aspects of greenhouse vegetable
production, with a focus on tomatoes and capsicum.
- Monitor plant health, growth stages,
pest/disease pressure, and overall production performance.
- Oversee irrigation, fertigation, pruning,
trellising, crop protection, and harvesting activities.
Operational
Management
- Plan, implement, and oversee daily workflows
within the greenhouse environment.
- Manage production schedules to achieve optimal
yields and consistent quality.
- Ensure effective use of resources including
water, inputs, labour, and energy.
Quality
Control
- Maintain strict quality standards from planting
through to post-harvest handling.
- Ensure produce meets buyer specifications and
export or local-market requirements.
Record
Keeping & Reporting
- Maintain accurate records of inputs, production
volumes, fertigation schedules, and chemical usage.
- Prepare weekly and monthly management reports.
Health,
Safety & Compliance
- Ensure safe working practices within the
greenhouse environment.
- Comply with agricultural, environmental, and
certification standards.
How to Apply
