Enza Zaden Tanzania Ltd - Job Opportunity

Enza Zaden Tanzania Ltd is a leading horticultural company specializing in the production of high-quality hybrid seeds. These seeds are exported to our parent company in the Netherlands and, after rigorous quality control, are re-exported globally under the Enza Zaden brand.

Learn more about us at http://www.enzazaden.com

Position: Assistant Production Manager – Crop Maintenance

Reports to: Production Manager

Position Type: Staff Position

Job Location: Arusha, Tanzania

Objective of the Role

To support the Production Manager in overseeing greenhouse and crop maintenance operations, ensuring optimal crop performance, compliance with company standards, effective labour coordination, and accurate production reporting. The role requires a proactive, hands-on professional who can maintain operational discipline and support continuous improvement within a structured production environment.

Main Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily crop maintenance and greenhouse operations to ensure consistent plant performance and production efficiency.

• Coordinate preparation of growing area (greenhouse structure and growing media), and transition activities in line with approved production plans.

• Monitor crop health and performance, identifying risks and escalating issues in a timely manner.

• Ensure strict adherence to hygiene, safety, and internal operational protocols at all times.

• Conduct routine inspections across crop stages and maintain accurate production and performance records.

• Support labour planning, including duty scheduling, leave planning, and task allocation to ensure continuous operations.

• Monitor facility condition and report maintenance requirements to relevant departments.

• Accurately capture production data within internal management systems.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, or a related field.

• 3–5 years of relevant hands-on experience in greenhouse or crop production environments.

• Strong understanding of controlled-environment crop production principles and hygiene standards.

• Proven supervisory experience with the ability to coordinate labour effectively and maintain high operational standards.

• Strong analytical, reporting, and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.

• Good communication skills in both English and Swahili.

• Computer literacy, including working knowledge of MS Office and production data systems.

Our Offer

We offer a competitive salary, benefit package, and an innovative environment. Teamwork, entrepreneurship, drive, a passion to learn and to share knowledge, respect for sustainable development, and integrity are our most precious values. Our international work environment offers a range of possibilities to motivated qualified people with excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to vacancies@enzazaden.co.tz by the 10th March 2026. Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered. Please include “Assistant Production Manager – Crop Maintenance” in the subject line.

Important Notes:

• This opportunity is exclusively available for Tanzanian Nationals.

• Only individuals possessing the necessary qualifications and skills should submit their applications.

• While we appreciate all applicants, only those candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted for an interview.

• Enza Zaden is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

• Acquisition in response to this advertisement is not appreciated.