Plennegy (Pty) Ltd.
Plennegy Research: General Worker
Reference Number: G040729
Location: Kempton Park, Gauteng
Job Type: Permanent
Work Level: Junior
Salary: Market Related
Application Deadline: Open until filled
About the Company
Starke Ayres, a division of Plennegy (Pty) Ltd., is a leading African specialist and global supplier of premium vegetable, flower, and lawn seed varieties for both commercial and home garden planting. We are dedicated to excellence in agriculture and innovation in plant breeding.
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated and hardworking General Worker to join our research team in Kempton Park. This role is integral to our seed research and development operations, involving a variety of tasks that support the growth and cultivation of plant varieties from seed to maturity.
Key Responsibilities
- Accurately count and package seeds according to specific guidelines.
- Soak, wash, and dry seedling trays to ensure they are prepared for use.
- Prepare seedling mix and fill trays for sowing.
- Sow seeds according to provided sowing lists and schedules.
- Move seedling trays from the germination room to the seedling house after 72 hours and arrange them in proper order.
- Prepare seedling mix for planting pots and fill the pots accordingly.
- Move and arrange filled pots in the greenhouses for optimal growth conditions.
- Connect drippers to pots to ensure proper irrigation.
- Transport seedlings from the seedling house to greenhouses and the field.
- Prepare planting holes in the field for transplanting.
- Perform transplanting of seedlings to their designated growing areas.
- Prepare ropes for trellising and connect them to cables and plants for support.
- Identify flowers on female plants that are at the correct stage for emasculation, following instructions from the breeder’s crossing book.
- Perform pollination tasks as detailed in the crossing book to support breeding programs.
Requirements
- National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) OR a minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience working with pollinations and emasculations in a similar environment.
- Previous experience in the agricultural or horticultural industry is highly advantageous.
- Must be physically fit and able to perform manual labor in various weather conditions.
- Attention to detail and the ability to follow precise instructions are essential.
- A strong work ethic, reliability, and a willingness to learn are key attributes for this role.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please visit the official application portal by clicking the link below. Ensure all necessary documents and information are submitted for consideration.