Farm Manager Job at Aldelano

At Aldelano, we are dedicated to helping provide life-sustaining cold storage solutions to those in need, anywhere in the world. Our products are off-grid and require little to no maintenance. Our advanced technology in solar refrigeration and water generation allows us to provide those in need with fresh, clean drinking water, cold storage, and renewable power.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Farm Manager

Job Location: Ogun
Job type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Farm Manager to oversee the planning, production, and management of open field habanero and greenhouse bell pepper operations.
• The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial vegetable production, agronomy, and team leadership, with proven success in managing both open field and protected cropping systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and manage the entire lifecycle of habanero (open field) and bell pepper (greenhouse) production—from land preparation and planting to harvesting and post-harvest handling.
• Monitor crop health and implement integrated pest and disease management strategies.
• Optimize irrigation scheduling and fertigation plans for both open field and greenhouse environments.
• Ensure the correct use and maintenance of agricultural machinery and greenhouse equipment.
• Supervise and train farm staff, laborers, and technicians to ensure high productivity and adherence to safety protocols.
• Maintain accurate records of inputs, outputs, yields, labor, and other operational data.
• Coordinate with supply chain and logistics teams for timely delivery of produce to market or processing.
• Monitor and manage farm budgets, input costs, and labor expenses.
• Ensure compliance with agricultural regulations and food safety standards (e.g., GlobalGAP, HACCP, etc.).

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Horticulture, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing commercial production of open field habanero and greenhouse bell peppers.
• Strong technical knowledge in crop nutrition, irrigation, pest/disease management, and greenhouse operations.
• Experience with modern farm management tools, technologies, and data-driven decision-making.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work long hours, including weekends, during peak seasons.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to relocate and live on the farm.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with climate control systems, fertigation units, and drip irrigation.
• Ability to interpret soil and plant tissue analysis reports.
• Knowledge of export quality standards for peppers.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish or other local language) is a plus.

Salary Range
N200,000 - N300,000 / Month.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: engineering@aldelano.com using the Job Position as the subject of the email.