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Hydroponic Manager - Yzerfontein at Farm Managers SA
Farm Managers SA
September 23, 2026
Full-time
On-site
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Minimum 3-5 years' experience in hydroponic farming, horticulture, nursery management, or intensive crop production.
Must have a passion for farming
Must be hands-on, self-starter and a do-er
Ability to speak Xhosa
Valid driver's licence with code 10 advantageous
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO
Seeding & Germination
Manage the complete process from seeding and germination through to transplanting young seedlings, ensuring every seed has the best possible opportunity to contribute to maximum final yield.
Fertigation & Crop Monitoring
Manage fertigation and closely monitor crop performance to optimise yield, quality and consistency across a range of herbs, leafy greens, microgreens and edible flowers.
Hydroponic Production
Grow crops using coco coir and Nutrient Film Technique (NFT) systems, maintaining optimal growing conditions throughout the production cycle.
Water & Irrigation Systems:
Operate and monitor computerised, cloud-based water filtration and irrigation systems.
Irrigation Maintenance
Maintain every component of the irrigation system to ensure consistent water and nutrient delivery. This includes ensuring that every emitter across 54 km of drip tape delivers the required volume accurately and reliably.
Pest Management
Monitor crops for pests and implement effective pest-control measures to maintain healthy growing conditions and protect yield.
Teamwork & Production
Work collaboratively within a 25+ person team to achieve production targets, quality standards and desired outcomes.
Minimum 3-5 years' experience in hydroponic farming, horticulture, nursery management, or intensive crop production.
Must have a passion for farming
Must be hands-on, self-starter and a do-er
Ability to speak Xhosa
Valid driver's licence with code 10 advantageous
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO
Seeding & Germination
Manage the complete process from seeding and germination through to transplanting young seedlings, ensuring every seed has the best possible opportunity to contribute to maximum final yield.
Fertigation & Crop Monitoring
Manage fertigation and closely monitor crop performance to optimise yield, quality and consistency across a range of herbs, leafy greens, microgreens and edible flowers.
Hydroponic Production
Grow crops using coco coir and Nutrient Film Technique (NFT) systems, maintaining optimal growing conditions throughout the production cycle.
Water & Irrigation Systems:
Operate and monitor computerised, cloud-based water filtration and irrigation systems.
Irrigation Maintenance
Maintain every component of the irrigation system to ensure consistent water and nutrient delivery. This includes ensuring that every emitter across 54 km of drip tape delivers the required volume accurately and reliably.
Pest Management
Monitor crops for pests and implement effective pest-control measures to maintain healthy growing conditions and protect yield.
Teamwork & Production
Work collaboratively within a 25+ person team to achieve production targets, quality standards and desired outcomes.