Production Assistant I

Summary:

Berrycove Limited is seeking Production Assistants I with direct experience working in advanced commercial hydroponic greenhouse environments, to join its expanding farming operations in Tobago, offering significant advancement opportunities. While open to all applicants, this is a unique opportunity for nationals of Trinidad & Tobago or CARICOM Certificate holders to be part of the regional initiative toward building food security through advanced AgTech.

The Production Assistant I is a full-time role with a prime focus on Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and Sanitation. You will report to the Assistant Farm Manager through constant checkpoints throughout each working task.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist in all crop planting and harvesting cycles.
• Manage and maintain the nursery area.
• Monitor insect counting devices, and inspect and clean screens and monitoring devices.
• Inspect and clean raft systems and tables to help reset crop production.
• Complete quality control checks and maintain inventory of growing supplies, and re-ordering as needed.
• Complete all documentation and data entry accurately.

Key Requirements

• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience working in hydroponic crop production.
• Experience in Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) is an asset.
• Experience in greenhouse operations, hydroponic system operation, and horticulture.
• Hands-on training with IPM, sanitation, and maintenance.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Horticulture, Botany, Plant Sciences, Hydroponic Agriculture.
• Training and Certification in Hydroponics from a recognised institution is an asset.

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills, including the ability to build and manage stakeholder relationships and motivate team members.
• Data record management and Inventory management.
• Time management and organization skills.
• Physical demands - Able to manage physical tasks such as loading and unloading, moving gardening supplies, medium to heavyweight tools and equipment, etc.
• Proficient in all MS Office applications with knowledge of plant recording databases.

The compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications and could include a company incentive package. We are an equal opportunity employer.

To apply, please email your resumes to hr@berrycovefarms.com with the subject line “Production Assistant I.” 

Please note that only suitable candidates would be contacted.