Nursery Agronomist - Bouknadel, Morocco

About the Opportunity

The Operations Department is accountable to fulfill Driscoll’s demand for fruit and the respective demand for plant material, innovation and research on plants, systems and techniques that can generate added value throughout the supply chain from plants to consumer Delight.

As part of the Operations Department, the Nursery Agronomist will focus on growing the best plants for our growers, ensuring on time, in full deliveries with the required qualities while gaining knowledge around our genetics to bring value to the entire region and enterprise.

This position will be based in Sidi Bouknadel, Morocco.

Responsibilities

• Work with the farming manager to implement best growing practice and ensure the plants are grown to the highest possible standard of agronomy

• Strive to innovate and adapt new growing techniques to improve the quality of the plants

• Regularly walk the crops for pests and diseases ensuring sustainable control methods are in place

• Design and manage fertilizer programs for all crops, both in substrate and soil production systems, working with the irrigation specialist to ensure crops receive the correct nutrition programs

• Keep tracking on relevant technical records and meet certification requirements

• Support the Nursery manager on the planning aspect to generate a clear work strategy for farming each crop each week

• Regularly connect with growers to seek feedback regarding Nursery service level

• Work close with Irrigation Specialist

Candidate Profile

• Pre-Graduate or Master Degree in Agronomic Engineering
• 3-5 years of experience in horticulture required
o Experience with berry crops, irrigation systems and substrate production is preferred
o Experience with implementing IPM (Integrated pest management) systems is also preferred
o Rubus long canes production experience is an asset
• Experience with hydroponic systems
• Experience with berry crops
• Proven experience working in a team environment
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
o Portuguese and English language fluency required
• Ability to navigate in the complexity of a large farming operation within the company
• Demonstrated proficiency with computer programs (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
• Customer oriented, service mindset
• Ability to build and maintain relationships
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to perform under pressure
• Analytical skills
• Pro-active attitude
• Self-starter and work independently