A high tech rooftop farm on an HDB building in Hougang is looking for an enthusiastic urban farm grower to join their team on a full time or part time basis. This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about sustainable farming, community engagement, and producing fresher, pesticide free produce closer to where people live. You will follow production plans and crop schedules for daily germination, transplanting, and harvesting, while adhering to standard operating procedures for growing, packaging, pest detection, and management. If you are excited about Singapore’s 30 by 30 vision for food security and enjoy working in an outdoor or greenhouse environment, this full time role offers a monthly salary between 1,800 and 2,100 Singapore dollars with set working hours and a supportive start up culture. The primary keyword urban farm grower appears naturally here because that is exactly who we need.
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About the Company
Greenhood is Singapore’s only high tech farm located on an HDB rooftop. As a highly energetic start up in a fast growing industry, they are passionate about finding ways to make everyday urban lives greener and more sustainable. They started the company to bring together their neighbourhood community to share a common vision and progress toward their goal together. As one of the winners of the first ever HDB rooftop tenders for urban farming, they are excited to play their part in Singapore’s 30 by 30 vision on food security. Their Controlled Environment Agriculture based hydroponic farm uses innovative growing systems and energy efficient techniques to produce fresher, pesticide free, and tastier produce sustainably. They serve a marquee set of clients across hotels, restaurants, supermarkets, and have their own direct to consumer operation.
Key Responsibilities
- Follow the outlined production plans and crop schedules for daily germination, transplanting, and harvesting processes.
- Adhere to the Standard Operating Procedures for the farm for growing and packaging of produce as well as pest detection and management.
- Support the team in achieving production and operational targets, contributing to overall farm efficiency.
- Proactively monitor produce quality and report any incidents or abnormalities to the Urban Farm Manager.
- Work directly with the Urban Farm Manager to support the overall running of farm operations.
- Perform manual tasks such as seeding, transplanting, harvesting, and packaging in an outdoor or greenhouse environment.
- Engage with the community to promote sustainable and healthier lifestyles when opportunities arise.
What You Need to Qualify
An enthusiastic individual with the ability to execute assigned tasks in a timely manner and support the growing team is essential. You must be comfortable working in an outdoor or greenhouse environment, which can be warm and humid. A passion for urban farming and engaging the community to promote a sustainable and healthier lifestyle is required. Prior experience in farming is a plus but not mandatory as training will be provided. No formal degree is specified. For the full time role, you must be available to work 5.5 days per week from 8am to 5pm including a one hour break. For the part time role, you must be available from 8am to 12pm for 4 to 5 days per week. Physical fitness for standing, bending, and lifting is necessary.
Salary and Benefits
For the full time role, the monthly salary ranges from 1,800 to 2,100 Singapore dollars based on experience. Working hours are 8am to 5pm including a one hour break, with a 5.5 day work week. For the part time role, working hours are 8am to 12pm for 4 to 5 days per week. You will gain hands on experience with Controlled Environment Agriculture and innovative hydroponic systems. The company is a fast growing start up, offering opportunities to grow with the business. You will be part of a team that is contributing directly to Singapore’s food security goals. The work environment is energetic and community focused.
How to Apply
To apply for this Urban Farm Grower position at Greenhood, submit your resume and a brief cover letter explaining your interest in urban farming. You can apply through the job portal where you found this listing or visit the Greenhood website and Instagram or Facebook page at greenhood.sg. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview at the farm located at Level 6, 946A Hougang Street 92, Singapore 531946. Join a team that values hard work, sustainability, and community. We hope to hear from you.
