Farm Supervisor – Greenhouse & Open - Field Pepper Cultivation

Resumption: Immediate Department: Farm Operations Reports To: Farm Manager / Head of Agriculture Job Summary Aldelano Farms is seeking a highly experienced, practical, and results-driven Farm Supervisor with proven expertise in greenhouse and open-field pepper cultivation, particularly habanero and bell peppers. The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising daily farm operations, managing field workers, monitoring crop health, implementing agronomic practices, and ensuring optimal crop growth, productivity, and yield. The ideal candidate must have strong hands-on experience in commercial pepper production, including nursery management, transplanting, irrigation, fertigation, pest and disease management, crop nutrition, and harvesting. This position requires an individual who can identify crop problems early, implement corrective measures, supervise farm activities effectively, and consistently achieve production targets. Key Responsibilities Greenhouse and Open-Field Crop Management Supervise all aspects of greenhouse and open-field pepper production, from nursery establishment to harvesting. Ensure proper land preparation, bed formation, planting arrangements, spacing, and transplanting. Monitor crop growth and development throughout the vegetative, flowering, and fruiting stages. Implement proper pruning, staking, trellising, and crop maintenance practices. Maintain suitable growing conditions in greenhouse environments, including temperature, humidity, ventilation, and irrigation. Ensure proper drainage and water management in open-field cultivation. Supervise grow-bag cultivation and substrate management where applicable. Pest and Disease Identification and Management Conduct daily crop inspections to identify early signs of pests, diseases, and nutrient deficiencies. Demonstrate practical knowledge of common pepper pests, including whiteflies, thrips, aphids, mites, and caterpillars. Recognize symptoms associated with viral, bacterial, and fungal diseases affecting pepper crops. Implement Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practices. Supervise pesticide and fungicide applications according to approved protocols, product labels, and safety requirements. Maintain strict farm biosecurity and sanitation procedures to prevent cross-contamination between sections. Escalate serious crop health issues promptly and support appropriate diagnosis and corrective action. Irrigation, Fertigation, and Crop Nutrition Supervise drip irrigation and fertigation systems for greenhouse and open-field pepper production. Monitor irrigation frequency, water distribution, and soil moisture. Ensure accurate preparation and application of fertilizers according to approved crop nutrition schedules. Monitor soil and irrigation-water pH and electrical conductivity (EC). Identify symptoms of nutrient deficiencies, toxicities, and fertilizer-related crop stress. Prevent overwatering, underwatering, and fertilizer wastage. Maintain accurate irrigation and fertilizer application records. Nursery Management and Transplanting Supervise nursery preparation, seed sowing, germination, and seedling development. Monitor seedling health, watering, nutrition, and nursery hygiene. Ensure seedlings are properly hardened before transplanting. Coordinate transplanting operations and ensure correct planting depth, spacing, and handling. Monitor seedling establishment and survival rates after transplanting. Identify transplant shock and implement approved corrective measures. Labour Supervision and Workforce Management Supervise farm attendants, field workers, and operational teams. Allocate daily responsibilities and ensure efficient utilization of labour. Monitor worker attendance, productivity, discipline, and performance. Train workers on proper agronomic practices and farm operating procedures. Ensure assigned daily and weekly activities are completed within agreed timelines. Enforce farm hygiene, personal protective equipment requirements, and workplace safety standards. Coordinate teams responsible for spraying, weeding, pruning, staking, irrigation, fertigation, and harvesting. Harvesting and Yield Management Monitor flowering, fruit setting, fruit development, and crop maturity. Coordinate harvesting schedules based on crop readiness and production targets. Ensure proper harvesting techniques to minimize crop damage and post-harvest losses. Supervise sorting, grading, weighing, and handling of harvested peppers. Maintain accurate harvest records by farm section and planting date. Identify causes of poor fruit setting, fruit abortion, and low productivity. Support yield forecasting and crop performance evaluation. Farm Records and Reporting Prepare daily and weekly farm activity reports. Maintain accurate records of planting dates, plant populations, crop conditions, and production activities. Document fertilizer and agrochemical applications, including product names, quantities, application dates, and treated areas. Track labour productivity, input usage, crop mortality, and harvest quantities. Report operational challenges, crop abnormalities, and equipment faults promptly. Provide recommendations for improving crop performance and operational efficiency. Qualifications and Experience Minimum of an OND, HND, or Bachelor\'s degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Crop Science, Horticulture, or a related discipline. Minimum of 3 - 5 years of practical experience in commercial pepper cultivation. Demonstrable experience managing both greenhouse and open-field vegetable production. Previous experience supervising farm workers and coordinating agricultural operations. Strong knowledge of habanero, chilli, or bell pepper production. Practical understanding of drip irrigation, fertigation, pest management, and crop nutrition. Experience with commercial-scale farming operations is highly desirable. Ability to operate basic farm monitoring equipment, including pH and EC meters. Required Skills and Competencies Strong practical agronomic knowledge. Excellent crop observation and early problem-detection skills. Ability to identify common pepper pests, diseases, and nutritional disorders. Strong leadership and workforce coordination abilities. Ability to interpret and implement farm production schedules. Good recordkeeping and reporting skills. Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Ability to work under pressure and meet production deadlines. High level of discipline, accountability, and attention to detail. Willingness to work directly in the field and lead by example. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Performance will be evaluated based on: Seedling establishment and transplant survival rates. Crop health and timely detection of pests and diseases. Compliance with irrigation, fertigation, and crop management schedules. Achievement of production and harvest targets. Labour efficiency and completion of assigned farm operations. Accuracy and timeliness of daily farm reports. Reduction in avoidable crop losses and input wastage. Compliance with farm hygiene, biosecurity, and safety procedures. Preferred Candidate Profile We are particularly interested in candidates who have successfully supervised commercial greenhouse and open-field pepper farms and can demonstrate measurable production results. The candidate must be practical, proactive, observant, and capable of managing farm operations with minimal supervision. This is a hands-on supervisory position, not an office-based agricultural role. The successful candidate must be comfortable working directly with crops, identifying problems, training workers, and ensuring that farm operations are executed correctly. Resumption: Immediate Only candidates with relevant practical farming experience will be considered.