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SalaryHydroponic Container FarmOperator & Community Engagement Manager
Location: PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY, ON
Job Summary: We're seeking a motivated and passionate individual to join our team as a Hydroponic Container Farm Operator and Community Engagement Manager. In this role, you will play a vital role in the operation and maintenance of our vertical farm system, and act as a representative in the community with the goal of building strong relationships and selling produce to our clients.
Key responsibilities and accountabilities:
· Responsible for operations and general maintenance of the Container Farm. Training will be provided.
· In charge of planting seeds, transplanting seedlings, and harvesting mature crops.
· Maintain environmental conditions of the container to ensure crop health.
· Perform routine maintenance tasks to ensure the proper functioning of equipment and systems, including but not limited to cleaning, monitoring nutrient levels, and troubleshooting technical issues.
· Maintain accurate records of planting, harvesting, and maintenance activities for inventory management and quality control purposes.
· Monitor crop health to ensure quality and health & safety.
· Collaborate with the team to identify areas for improvement and contribute ideas for optimizing farm operations and increasing productivity.
· Sales and business development within the community to create partnerships with prospective and existing clients.
· Responsible for creating strong relationships with members of the community with regards to hospitality, eco-tourism, hydroponic farming, local agriculture, etc.
About you:
· Have a genuine interest in agriculture, urban farming, or related fields.
· Can dedicate a minimum 30 hours per week to container operation.
· Previous experience in agriculture or hydroponics is a plus but not required.
· Comfortable with technology and willingness to learn how to operate and troubleshoot.
· Ability to perform tasks that involve lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.
· Meticulous attention to detail to ensure the quality and consistency of crops.
· Capable of delivering accurate results in a fast-paced and dynamic atmosphere.
· Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
· Problem-solving and proactive approach, ability to think creatively about how to address challenges.
· Strong work ethic with a high level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
· Ideally, the candidate will be able dedicate an additional 10 hours per week to Community Engagement and sales/business development tasks.
· Ability to build rapport with customers, stakeholders, and community members is essential for fostering positive relationships and driving business growth. Face-to-face meetings and interactions both on the farm and in the community will take place, so a professional, but approachable and friendly demeanor is necessary.
· Must possess a valid driver's license and have access to a vehicle for transportation of weekly deliveries of fresh produce.
· Must reside in Picton region (under 100km radius).
About Our Company: We are an award-winning agribusiness with over 20 years of experience creating bespoke, innovative and sustainable programs for our clients in the food industry with solutions from seed to shelf. With our global headquarters in Toronto’s Liberty Village to our offices and production facilities in India, we are passionate about making a positive impact on the food supply chain. We are a winner of the Guardian UK Sustainable Business Award for our work in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, impacting 10,000 rural smallholder farmers in India, as well as our Women in Agriculture Scholarship. If you want to make an impact on the world, join our diverse team of global agri-food experts!
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $20.00-$25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
