Agronomist (Vertical Farming Specialist)
Key Responsibilities Job Specification: Agronomist (Vertical Farming Specialist) 1. Indoor Vertical Farm Management (Iceberg Lettuce Focus) • Production Oversight: Manage the full lifecycle of Iceberg lettuce, from seedling to harvest, within the system. • NFT System Optimization: Monitor and maintain five-tier NFT stands, ensuring uniform nutrient flow and oxygenation. • Climate & Environment Control: Calibrate and manage HVAC and lighting systems to maintain optimal VPD (Vapor Pressure Deficit), temperature, and CO2 levels to prevent tip burn and ensure head density. • Water Chemistry: Perform daily testing and adjustment of pH, EC (Electrical Conductivity), and water temperature to meet the specific requirements of Iceberg lettuce. 2. Greenhouse Operations • Variety Management: Oversee the growth of Lollo Green, Oak Red, Basil, and Kale in our greenhouse facilities. • Climate Adaptation: Implement strategies to mitigate the effects of high ambient temperatures and humidity on sensitive varieties like Lollo Green. 3. Quality Assurance & Reporting • Daily Logging: Maintain rigorous digital logs of climate data, nutrient adjustments, and growth rates. • System Maintenance: Work closely with the maintenance department to ensure all pumps, sensors, and cooling units are functioning at peak efficiency. • Yield Forecasting: Provide weekly reports on crop health and estimated harvest dates to the Sales and Operations teams.
Candidate Requirements • Technical Expertise: Proven experience in Indoor Vertical Farming and Hydroponic NFT systems. Specific experience with head lettuce (Iceberg) is highly preferred. • Educational Background: Degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, or a related field. • Operational Mindset: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot plant stress or system failures immediately. • Relocation: Open to candidates from the Philippines or India willing to relocate to Lagos, Nigeria. • Values: A commitment to "clean growth" practices . • The "Indoor" Mindset: We are looking for someone comfortable with technology and data sensors, not just "boots in the dirt" traditional farming. • Must be data-literate and capable of generating weekly technical reports. • Proactive personality—able to catch a system imbalance before it impacts the crop. Employee benefits • Salary : Negotiable • Housing : The company will provide “ on-site” housing , with all housing necessities included ( power , water , cleaning etc.) • Transport : company will provide a shared car when needed • Leave days : employee is entitled to 21 days a year • Airline ticket : company will provide 1 ticket per year • Immigration status : company will ensure legal immigration status and all cost related are paid by the company.