About VÄXA Odling i Sverige AB

VÄXA Odling i Sverige AB operates one of Europe’s largest indoor vertical farms, located approximately 40 meters underground in Kumla. The company specializes in year-round production of herbs and leafy greens using advanced controlled-environment cultivation systems.

Due to continued expansion, we are now seeking a qualified Senior Horticulturist to strengthen our cultivation team.

About that role

As Senior Horticulturist, you will have responsibility for crop management under artificial growing conditions. The role is focused on scientific crop management, plant physiology, production optimization, and team leading.

You will work closely with cultivation specialists/growers and report to the Cultivation Manager.

Main Responsibilities

Monitoring crop development and plant health

Defining and adjusting crop growth parameters

Optimizing macro- and micronutrient formulations

Analyzing yield and production data

Designing and optimizing light intensity, photoperiod, irrigation frequency, temperature and humidity parameters

Diagnosing and correcting nutrient deficiencies

Developing and updating cultivation SOPs

Determining the production specifications and parameters to achieve them

Optimizing and maintaining high yield and quality standards

Collaborating with sales and operations teams for production planning alignment

Technically guiding cultivation specialists/growers in crop production

Communication with partners, stakeholders and suppliers

Qualifications/Experiences/Requirements

Master’s degree or higher in Horticulture or related agricultural science

Documented knowledge in plant physiology and crop production

Experience in controlled-environment agriculture (CEA), greenhouse, or indoor vertical farming systems

Strong analytical skills in yield and production data evaluation

Experience in operating and maintaining hydroponic cultivation systems. Analyze and control fertilizer out/inputs

Ability to independently evaluate and adjust cultivation parameters

Team management experience

Fluent in English and proficient in Swedish

Driving license (B-license)

Experienced with Microsoft Business Central (or similar) business management software & MS Office

We Offer

A technically advanced cultivation environment to work and grow

Opportunity to contribute to expansion of large-scale indoor farming

Long-term role in a growing indoor agricultural company

Collective agreement (Kollektivavtal)

Application

The position is open to applicants within the EU/EES and Switzerland. Applications are reviewed continuously.

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