Location:
Farm Site (Open Field & Greenhouse Operations)
Reports To:
Farm Manager / Operations Manager
Job Summary
The Farm Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily farm operations for both open-field habanero production and greenhouse bell pepper cultivation. The role ensures efficient workforce management, proper agronomic practices, high productivity, and adherence to quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Field & Greenhouse Operations
- Supervise all activities related to habanero (open field) and bell pepper (greenhouse) production
- Ensure proper land preparation, transplanting, irrigation, staking, pruning, and harvesting
- Monitor crop health and ensure timely pest and disease control measures
- Implement fertilizer and spray programs as directed
Workforce Supervision
- Assign daily tasks to farm workers and ensure work is completed efficiently
- Monitor attendance, punctuality, and performance of workers
- Train new and existing workers on farm practices and standards
- Enforce discipline and safety compliance
Crop Monitoring & Reporting
- Regularly inspect crops for pests, diseases, nutrient deficiencies, and water stress
- Keep accurate records of farm activities (planting, spraying, harvesting, labor, inputs)
- Provide daily/weekly reports to management
Input & Resource Management
- Ensure proper use and handling of seeds, fertilizers, chemicals, and tools
- Monitor stock levels and report shortages on time
- Prevent wastage, theft, or misuse of farm inputs
Irrigation & Greenhouse Management
- Oversee irrigation schedules for both field and greenhouse
- Ensure proper greenhouse conditions (temperature, humidity, ventilation)
- Maintain irrigation systems (drip lines, pumps, etc.)
Harvesting & Post-Harvest Handling
- Supervise harvesting to ensure quality and minimize losses
- Ensure proper sorting, grading, and packaging of produce
- Coordinate with logistics for timely movement of produce
Requirements
Education & Experience
- Minimum of OND/HND/BSc in Agriculture, Agronomy, or related field (preferred)
- 2–5 years experience in vegetable farming (especially peppers)
- Experience with both open-field and greenhouse farming is an advantage
Skills & Competencies
- Strong knowledge of pepper production (habanero and bell pepper)
- Good leadership and workforce management skills
- Ability to identify pests, diseases, and nutrient deficiencies
- Record-keeping and basic reporting skills
- Problem-solving and decision-making ability
- Ability to work under pressure and meet targets
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Yield per hectare / per greenhouse
- Labor productivity and efficiency
- Crop health and loss reduction
- Timeliness of farm operations
- Input usage efficiency
Working Conditions
- Combination of outdoor fieldwork and greenhouse supervision
- May require long hours during peak farming periods
- Physically demanding role
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