At SOMAÍ We are looking for an Agricultural Engineer – Propagation Lead to oversee cloning, propagation, and mother-plant activities in a controlled cultivation environment.
Key Responsibilities
Propagation & Mother Plant Management
– Lead and execute cloning and propagation activities in line with production plans.
– Maintain mother plants to high standards of vigour, structure, and cultivar integrity.
– Manage spacing, airflow, lighting, and environmental conditions in propagation and mother rooms.
– Coordinate irrigation and fertigation activities with the cultivation team.
– Ensure accurate plant labelling and traceability throughout propagation cycles.
Plant Health & Hygiene
– Monitor plant health and quickly identify pests, disease symptoms, stress, or abnormal development.
– Apply strong hygiene and contamination-prevention practices across propagation areas.
– Support plant, water, or substrate sampling when required.
– Take appropriate action when plant health risks may affect downstream production.
Team Leadership & Training
-Coordinate daily tasks for the propagation team, ensuring coverage during critical production phases.
– Train and support team members in best propagation practices.
– Provide technical guidance and hands-on problem-solving to ensure consistent results.
Collaboration & Improvement
– Work closely with cultivation, QA, engineering, and fertigation teams to support daily operations.
– Participate in trials and improvement initiatives aimed at increasing rooting success and reducing losses.
– Identify practical opportunities to improve efficiency and plant performance.
Safety & Facilities
– Promote safe working practices and correct use of equipment and PPE.
– Maintain clean, organized, and well-functioning propagation areas.
– Flag equipment issues or abnormal conditions promptly.
Education & Experience
– Degree or qualification in Agronomy, Horticulture, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
– At least 1 year of experience in plant propagation, nursery operations, or controlled-environment cultivation.
– Previous experience in a lead or senior operator role is a strong advantage.
Technical Skills
– Strong practical knowledge of plant propagation and cloning techniques.
– Understanding of plant health, hygiene, and environmental controls.
– Comfortable working with SOP-driven processes in a production environment.
– Able to monitor and adjust key environmental parameters (temperature, humidity, irrigation, lighting).
Soft Skills
– Hands-on, reliable, and calm under pressure.
– Strong communication and team-coordination skills.
– Organized, detail-oriented, and proactive in solving problems.
– Comfortable working in a regulated, performance-driven environment.
Email: jpb@somaipharma.eu
