Production Supervisor Interns at Red Lands Roses SEZ

Red Lands Roses are hiring Production Supervisor Interns for a hands-on, structured 6-month programme

At Red Lands Roses SEZ, we specialize in growing and exporting spray, garden and standard roses of the highest quality in a range of around 200 varieties.

This internship is for ambitious graduates who want to build a career in commercial horticulture and greenhouse production — with a pathway to a permanent Production Supervisor role for strong performers.

Department: Production
Duration: 6 months, with potential for full-time hire upon successful completion
Reports to: Production Manager (PM)
Working Hours: Six (6) days per week, not exceeding the maximum hours prescribed under the Employment Act (Cap. 226, Laws of Kenya)

Position Summary

As a Production Supervisor Intern, you will be immersed in our greenhouse operations under close mentorship by the PM. After three months, you will undertake a proficiency test - your performance and demonstrated learning will determine whether your internship is extended for the full six months. At the end of six months, a second assessment will decide your eligibility for a permanent Production Supervisor position.

Key Responsibilities

All "Assist & Learn" activities are performed under supervision.

• Team Support & Scheduling: Help maintain muster rolls, track attendance, and assist in planning leave and cover.
• Training & Development: Participate in - and eventually co-deliver - training on crop husbandry, pest/disease identification, and SOPs; maintain your personal training log.
• Operational Assistance: Execute weekly work plans: planting, bending, de-suckering, bud removal, harvesting, loss counting, and clearance.
• Quality & IPM Exposure: Assist with 100% stem inspections for FCM and quality; support IPM scouting and bio-control routines.
• Hygiene & Equipment Maintenance: Help maintain greenhouse cleanliness; track and return tools and PPE, reporting any issues.
• Cross-Department Coordination: Shadow Ferti-irrigation, maintenance, and post-harvest briefings; assist in raising job cards.
• Reporting & Communication: Draft daily climate and activity logs; present a weekly "Lessons Learned" summary to the APM (Assistant Production Manager).
• 3-Month Proficiency Review: Prepare for and complete a mid-internship test of core skills and knowledge; strong effort and learning progress are critical for extension to six months.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this internship you will be able to:

1. Plan & Execute greenhouse workflows independently.
2. Monitor & Adjust climate control and irrigation systems.
3. Perform Quality Checks to company standards.
4. Apply IPM Principles from scouting through bio-control.
5. Communicate & Report operational data clearly.

Key Performance Indicators

Training Progress
% of core procedures learnt; proficiency in mid-term test

Operational Accuracy
Error rate in task execution (e.g., planting, loss counts)

Quality Compliance
% of stems passing FCM/quality checks

Attendance & Punctuality of Team
Days present; on-time starts; proper break adherence

Reporting
Timeliness and accuracy of daily/weekly reports

Qualifications & Experience

Minimum Criteria to Apply

• KCSE Grade: Minimum overall grade of B (Plain) or higher.
• Degree: Upper Second Class Honours (2:1) or higher in a BSc. degree related to Horticulture, Agronomy, Plant Science, or a closely related field.
• Institution: Degree must be from one of the following recognised universities:
  • Egerton University
  • Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT)
  • University of Nairobi (UoN)
  • Kenyatta University (KU)
  • Moi University

Additional Qualifications & Skills

• Desirable: Demonstrated strength in Mathematics and Computer skills is a significant advantage.
• Technical Knowledge: Basic understanding of greenhouse operations and hydroponics.
• Soft Skills: Strong initiative, willingness to learn, and ability to follow procedures.
• Communication: Good English communication skills (spoken and written).
  Other:
  • Full-time commitment for six months.
  • Eligible to work in Kenya.

Pathway to Permanent Role

• Mid-Program Review (3 months): Pass a practical and theoretical test to continue to month six.
• Final Assessment (6 months): Successful completion of the end-of-program test may qualify you for a full-time Production Supervisor position. Performance and effort throughout the internship are key to your success.

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Deadline is Today!

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