🔍 We're Hiring: Landscape Agronomist 📍 Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu 🕒 Full-Time | On-Site Role with Site Visits Balcony Crops is looking for a passionate Landscape Agronomist to join our team in Chennai! If you have a love for plants, an eye for design, and the skills to execute landscaping projects from concept to completion — we’d love to hear from you. Responsibilities: 🌿 Conduct site visits and feasibility assessments 🌿 Design landscape plans suited to soil, irrigation, and client needs 🌿 Procure and manage raw materials and vendor coordination 🌿 Execute on-site landscaping projects and manage installation teams 🌿 Coordinate with clients, vendors, and internal teams for seamless delivery What We’re Looking For: ✅ Degree in Agronomy, Horticulture, Landscape Architecture, or related ✅ 1–3 years experience in landscape/agriculture project execution ✅ Strong knowledge of plant species, soil types, and irrigation methods ✅ Excellent communication and project coordination skills ✅ Willingness to travel across Chennai for site work Why Join Us? 🌱 Work on exciting, eco-conscious landscaping projects 🌱 Be part of a fast-growing green solutions company 🌱 Opportunity to own and lead execution on ground
🔧 Key Responsibilities Farm & Operations Management Supervise and coordinate daily labour activities. Collaborate with operations teams to enhance workflow efficiency and boost crop yield. Hydroponic System & Irrigation Oversight Monitor and maintain hydroponic irrigation and automation systems. Troubleshoot issues related to pumps, sensors, valves, and fertigation equipment. Crop Planning & Nutrient Optimization Develop crop plans based on production goals and market demand. Ensure accurate nutrient dosing and maintain correct pH and EC levels. Plant Health, Pest & Disease Management Conduct regular plant health assessments and diagnose issues early. Implement integrated pest and disease management strategies. Harvesting & Post-Harvest Coordination Oversee harvesting activities to meet quality and yield goals. Support post-harvest handling, grading, packaging, and sales coordination. Data Logging & Reporting Maintain detailed logs of nutrient levels, system performance, and crop growth. Prepare reports with insights for continuous process improvement. Technology & Automation Guide the team in using sensors, monitoring tools, and automation systems. Support the introduction of innovative farming practices and tools. 🎯 Requirements Experience in hydroponic farming or controlled-environment agriculture (CEA). Strong understanding of nutrient management, plant physiology, and pest/disease control. Ability to troubleshoot irrigation and automation systems. Good team management, analytical, and communication skills. 🌐 Language Requirements Bengali (required) Hindi (required) English (required) The role involves coordinating with labour teams, management, and external partners—proficiency in all three languages is essential. 💼 Why Join Us? Work with cutting-edge hydroponic and automation technologies. Join a fast-growing, innovation-driven agricultural organization. Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.