Assistant Production Manager – Nursery at Enza Zaden Africa Ltd | July 2025
Assistant Production Manager – Nursery at Enza Zaden Africa Ltd | July 2025
Company: Enza Zaden Africa Ltd
Location: Nduruma, Arusha, Tanzania
Position: Assistant Production Manager – Nursery
Reports to: Production Manager
Position Type: Staff Position
About the Company
Enza Zaden Africa Ltd is a horticultural company that produces high-quality hybrid seeds. The seeds produced are exported to the mother company in the Netherlands. After thorough quality checks, they are re-exported worldwide under the Enza Zaden logo.
Learn more about us: www.enzazaden.com
Job Objective
To oversee and execute all activities related to the life cycle of small production material—from nursery to seed extraction—ensuring adherence to protocols, timely execution, and accurate reporting.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee nursery operations, including sowing, germination monitoring, and transplanting.
- Maintain accurate germination records and generate timely reports on crop performance.
- Coordinate and ensure seamless crop cycle changeover.
- Prepare clean growing media and enforce hygiene standards for new production cycles.
- Supervise block planting based on the planned layout.
- Plan and manage labour schedules, including weekends and holidays.
- Ensure team training and compliance with production protocols.
Qualification and Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Agronomy, or a related field.
- Knowledge of seed production processes (pollination, emasculation, seed extraction).
- Over 5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in a greenhouse environment.
- Strong supervisory and team management skills.
- Basic understanding of stock management systems.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Computer literacy and ability to work with multiple software systems.
Our Offer
We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and an innovative working environment. Our values include teamwork, entrepreneurship, continuous learning, sustainability, and integrity.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to: vacancies@enzazaden.co.tz by 03rd August 2025.
Please include “Assistant Production Manager – Nursery” in the email subject line. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.
Important Note
- This opportunity is available exclusively to Tanzanian nationals.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
- Enza Zaden is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.