, a technology-driven company that supplies greenery and edible flowers to hotels and restaurants in the UAE. Located in the Dubai Internet City (DIC), our innovative approach targets hotels and restaurants across the United Arab Emirates, emphasising service, quality, sustainability and environmental responsibility.
Job Summary:
The Agronomist at Greeneration will oversee all aspects of crop production, focusing on edible flowers, leaves, microgreens, and rare crops. This role is pivotal in ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality produce through innovation, sustainability, and efficiency in our vertical farming operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Crop Management and Development:
Lead the development and implementation of advanced cultivation techniques tailored for vertical farming, with a focus on edible flowers and rare crops
Implement cutting-edge technologies to maximize yield and quality
Plant Health and Agronomic Practices:
Manage plant health, integrated pest management systems, and in-house processes for nutrient solution preparation
Monitor plant and substrate conditions, and manage irrigation, lightenings and nutrient delivery systems to maintain high yields
Research and Development (R&D):
Conduct experiments to improve crop varieties and develop new product
Test and develop new crops
Integrate innovative farming methods into production
Quality Control:
Establish and maintain strict quality standards for all produce
Conduct regular inspections and quality assessments to ensure compliance with local and international standards
Establish and maintain HACCP
Data Management and Reporting:
Maintain accurate records of performance, health, and crop yields
Analyze data to make informed decisions and continuously improve farming practices
Cross-Department Collaboration:
Coordinate with production, warehouse, logistics and sales
Sustainability:
Promote and implement sustainable farming practices to reduce environmental impact
Required Qualifications (Must-haves)
Education:
Higher education (Bachelor's degree or higher) in Agronomy, Horticulture, Plant Science, or a related field
Experience:
Overall industry experience of at least 5-8 years in a senior role within high-tech agriculture
Mandatory experience working on vertical farms, particularly with hydroponics
Proven experience in growing edible flowers, rare and leafy greens, and microgreens
Experience with large-scale production (area greater than 500 m)
Team management experience as an advantage
Skills:
Deep practical knowledge of integrated pest management and mixing nutrient solutions independently
In-depth knowledge of plant physiology, crop management, and sustainable farming practices
Fluency in English
Proficiency with agricultural technologies, data analysis tools, and office software
Preferred Skills and Experience (A plus)
Experience in growing mushrooms and strawberries
Master's degree or PhD
Knowledge of local and international agricultural regulations, as well as food safety practices (HACCP)
Work experience in the UAE
Conditions and What We Offer
Work schedule:
Full-time, on-site (8:00-6:00, Mon-Sat)
Relocation:
We provide support with moving for the successful candidate