Assistant Manager: Clones Tunnel at TWK Agri

Job Description

• Sunshine Seedling Services, part of the TWK group, has the following vacancy available: Assistant Manager: Clones Tunnel at Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal.

Job Summary

• This role involves supporting the Nursery Manager in overseeing clone propagation and tunnel operations ensuring high‑quality plant production and operational efficiency through effective team leadership environment control and process compliance.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Supervise daily clone propagation including cutting transplanting misting
• Monitor and adjust tunnel environmental controls such as temperature humidity CO₂ lighting
• Maintain tunnel cleanliness sanitation and pest inspections
• Track clone batches growth stages and maintain accurate records
• Lead propagation team by assigning tasks managing schedules and monitoring performance
• Train staff in cloning techniques SOPs and equipment use
• Perform regular quality checks and identify plant health issues
• Implement and enforce SOPs safety protocols and compliance measures
• Manage inventory of cloning supplies such as media additives trays
• Suggest and implement improvements to boost success and reduce waste
• Ensure safe handling and disposal of media and plant waste
• Act as backup for Nursery Manager including shift supervision and safety compliance

Qualifications and Skills

• Diploma or degree in horticulture plant science agronomy or related field
• Minimum 2 years nursery or greenhouse experience especially in clone propagation
• Previous supervisory or team‑lead experience preferred
• Proficient in cloning techniques and plant care including nutrients pests disease control
• Experience with environmental control systems irrigation lighting climate
• Strong organisational communication and record‑keeping skills
• Leadership ability with coaching and team development experience
• Problem‑solving aptitude for plant health diagnostics and corrective action
• Adaptable to changing protocols and seasonal workload
• Physically capable of lifting approximately 25 kg and working in varying tunnel conditions
• Keen attention to detail hygienic practices and safety compliance

Closing Date: 31 July 2025