Propagation Technician (Requisition ID: 2282) Posted: Production – Full Time – Job Posting Country (1) Fall Creek is creating a world with better blueberries through its friendly, collaborative team spread across the globe. We are seeking a qualified Propagation Technician. This position will be located in Paarl, South Africa. Position Summary Responsible for managing cuttings, rooting blueberry plants, and greenhouse operations. Organizational Fit This position reports to the Propagation Lead in South Africa and works closely with inventory, production, and other departments at the nursery, supervising work teams, labor contractors and other temporary employees as needed. Job Setting Office and greenhouse setting. Evening, weekend and work over the holidays may be required. Essential Duties Leads and manages greenhouse and nursery horticultural operations, including planting (sticking) tissue culture, growing, pruning, weeding, chemical spraying, and overall plant care, under the leadership of the Propagation Lead. Oversees plant health and quality through scouting, disease and pest monitoring, irrigation, fertigation, and crop management practices to ensure production targets and quality standards are achieved. Supervises, organizes, and develops department employees by coordinating workflow, scheduling labour requirements, setting performance expectations, promoting teamwork, and maintaining a safe, respectful, and legally compliant workplace. Ensures adherence to standard operating procedures, quality standards, health and safety protocols, and chemical handling requirements, including the safe use and storage of fertilizers, pesticides, and related substances. Manages and maintains accurate production and operational records, including planting numbers, TC intake, ERP data, inventory, and other departmental reporting requirements. Assists with planning production cycles, improving greenhouse operations and workflow efficiency, and conducting process improvement studies when required. Anticipates departmental resource, staffing, and facility needs, assisting with budget planning, cost control, and prioritization of requirements. Supports and promotes Fall Creek’s core values, culture, and operational excellence. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Education, Knowledge, Skills and Training Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree, diploma, or equivalent in agronomy/horticulture. At least 3 years’ experience as a grower, agronomist, or related position. Requires a valid driver’s license. Strong working knowledge of computer programs such as Word, Excel, Outlook. Ability and previous experience managing, developing, and mentoring staff. Prioritize work within established guidelines. Ability to develop clear action plans and drive processes with many interdependencies. Requires good judgment in decision-making and in recognizing scope of authority. Strong interpersonal skills, including ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees, supervisors, vendors, labs. Must have a commitment to quality. Demonstrate professional and ethical business practices, adherence to company values, and a commitment to personal and professional development. Desired Qualifications Technical plant knowledge in propagation agriculture. Greenhouse experience beneficial. General knowledge of plant tissue culture and conventional plant propagation techniques. Knowledge or previous experience with SAP/equivalent ERP system. Bilingual knowledge of English and Afrikaans Benefits Fall Creek offers a competitive salary and benefit package for this role. The position is office bound, with required availability to work in a nursery setting and support the production team over weekends on a rotational basis. Equal Opportunity Employer We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Application Deadline All applications will close by 31 July 2026. Any applications received after this date will not be considered. #J-18808-Ljbffr