Assistant Crop Maintenance in Cartagena

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We are looking for a Assistant Crop Maintenance who, under the supervision of the Station Manager and together with the farm team, will take part in the daily management of our experimental farms in La Puebla (Murcia).

You will be responsible for crop production and maintenance activities, including greenhouse preparation, sowing, transplanting, crop nutrition and irrigation, crop protection, disease and climate control, rotation planning, and general farm maintenance.

The work is performed in close collaboration with the Station Managers and the rest of the farm team, fostering strong communication and teamwork across all departments. You will be part of a highly skilled and stable farm team, where employees enjoy excellent working conditions and long-term commitment, making the day-to-day work environment smooth, cooperative and rewarding.

While knowledge of the seed business is appreciated, previous experience in seed companies is not required.

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We are looking for a Crop Technician (Assistant Crop Maintenance) who, under the supervision of the Station Manager and together with the farm team, will assume part of the leadership in the daily management of our research farms in La Puebla (Murcia)

Your responsibilities will include activities related to the production and maintenance of crops, including the organization of sowing, transplanting, nutrition, and irrigation tasks, crop protection, disease and climate control, rotation planning, and general farm maintenance.

You will be part of a highly prepared and stable farm team, where all people enjoy good working conditions and a high degree of long-term commitment, which makes daily work more comfortable, fluid, and pleasant.

The work is carried out in close collaboration with the Station Manager and the rest of the farm team, fostering communication and teamwork between departments. You will also have the responsibility of supervising and developing a large team of permanent and temporary employees, ensuring their motivation, efficiency, and a positive working environment. You will be part of a highly prepared and stable farm team, where all people enjoy good working conditions and a high degree of long-term commitment, which makes daily work more comfortable, fluid, and pleasant.

Although experience in the seed sector is valued, it is not a necessary requirement.

• Degree or Master's in Agronomy, Agricultural Engineering, Horticulture or related fields.
• At least 2 years of experience managing farm operations in horticultural or agricultural production (seed business experience is not required).
• Solid technical knowledge of vegetable crops, greenhouse systems, irrigation, and crop protection.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to guide, motivate, and develop teams.
• Problem-solving mindset and hands-on attitude.
• Fluent in English (B2)
• Motivated, proactive and committed to long-term growth.

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• Degree or Master's in Agronomy, Agricultural Engineering, Horticulture or other similar training.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in managing agricultural or horticultural operations (previous experience in seed houses or seed production is not necessary, although it is valued).
• Solid technical knowledge in horticultural crops, greenhouse management, irrigation, and crop protection.
• Leadership and organizational capacity, with the ability to guide, motivate, and develop teams.
• Problem-solving and practical attitude, with an orientation toward continuous improvement.
• Fluent English (B2).
• Highly motivated, proactive person with a commitment to long-term growth.

At Rijk Zwaan, our main objective is to offer pleasant and lasting jobs to all the people on our team. From day one, you will find a stable, human, and collaborative environment, where innovation, trust, and teamwork guide our way of working.

We offer you

· Permanent contract from the start, with stability and a long-term vision.

· Very attractive working conditions and full social benefits.

· Working hours from Monday to Friday 08:00 to 17:00, Friday from 08:00 to 14:00.

· Four months of intensive working hours per year, always seeking work-life balance for our employees.

· Extensive training and development opportunities, both technical and personal development.

· Breakfast and lunch on the farm every day, with a wide variety of healthy options.

· And, above all, the guarantee of belonging to a stable, recognized, and leading company in its sector, which promotes an open, respectful, and mutually supportive work environment, where the well-being of people is a priority.

We will consider your application carefully, which may take some time. You will hear from us as soon as possible.

For further information you can contact Julia González, Advisor HR (+34 674.53.22.92)