Horticulture recruitment: the best horticulture and greenhouse professionals
The horticulture and greenhouse sector is facing a highly challenging labour market. The workforce is ageing significantly and there is a considerable shortage of practically trained horticultural professionals. As a result, finding suitable candidates is far from straightforward.
As a specialist horticulture recruitment agency, we speak daily with professionals who are ready for their next career step. Below, you will therefore find our monthly overview of the best horticulture candidates we have personally interviewed and who are immediately available for a new challenge within horticulture and greenhouse production.
Do you see an interesting profile? Mention the reference number in an email to info@greenpeoplerecruitment.com and we will get in touch with you.
MSc Ecological Agriculture
Crop Protection
An experienced professional with more than 15 years of international experience in the agrochemical and horticulture sector. Combines in-depth knowledge of crop protection, fertilisers and seed treatments with strong project and portfolio management skills. Has successfully introduced new products within complex, regulated markets through close collaboration with R&D, regulatory affairs, supply chain and marketing.
Analytically strong, results-driven and communicative, with experience in SAP and international stakeholder coordination.
Reference: CGREB31673.
Horticultural Business Management
Quality Assurance
An experienced quality and cultivation specialist with a strong background in the flower bulb sector and international experience in, among others, New Zealand, the Czech Republic and Poland. Combines knowledge of production, quality management (including MPS-GAP), business operations and crop protection with a practical, solution-oriented approach. Has leadership experience, strong communication skills and moves confidently between entrepreneurs and government authorities.
Seeks a more administrative role in which his sector expertise and quality knowledge can add maximum value.
Reference: CGREB31924.
Biology; Entomology
Operations
A strategic and people-focused director with extensive experience in biotechnology, agriculture and operational management. Has led international teams, successfully integrated R&D and operations, and established and optimised production processes in the Netherlands, Belgium, France and China. Combines analytical insight with leadership, lean thinking and strong cross-cultural communication skills.
Seeking an (interim) role within an innovative production environment where he can make an impact on people, processes and performance.
Reference: CGRJK13827.
Various Professional Courses
Cultivation & Organisation
An experienced cultivation specialist and general manager with extensive practical experience in sweet pepper production, both as an employee and as an independent entrepreneur. Specialised in climate control, irrigation management, crop protection and workforce planning within medium-sized and large-scale nurseries.
Combines technical expertise with leadership skills and a hands-on mentality. Reliable, resilient under pressure and accustomed to independently managing processes in a goal-oriented manner.
Reference: CGRMJ32660.
Higher Professional Education
Organisation
An experienced general manager and cultivation specialist with extensive practical experience in greenhouse horticulture, particularly in the cultivation of roses, cucumbers and sweet peppers. Has leadership experience and specialises in crop protection (both chemical and biological), food safety and workforce organisation. Combines in-depth sector knowledge with a calm, independent and resilient working style.
Seeking a cultivation-focused or managerial role in which he can apply his knowledge and experience once again.
Reference: CGRMJ32716.
Agricultural Engineer
Agronomy & Research
An experienced agronomist with a strong background in plant breeding, cultivation and trial design within soft fruit production. Originally from Spain, fluent in Dutch and English, and based in Wageningen. Has worked internationally in Spain, the UK and the Netherlands. Specialised in phenotyping, certification, crop protection and sustainable production. Works accurately, independently and demonstrates strong initiative.
Seeks a part-time role (32 hours) within consultancy, research or project support, preferably in a Spanish-speaking or international context.
Reference: CGRLS32611.
HEAO CE
Horticulture / Fresh Produce
An experienced sales and trade marketing professional with a strong track record in key account management, customer development and category management within the agricultural, FMCG and seed breeding sectors. Combines strategic insight and market analysis with a people-oriented leadership style focused on performance, innovation and collaboration.
Proven success in delivering revenue growth, developing customer-focused concepts and leading multidisciplinary teams. An analytically strong and persuasive discussion partner for both clients and internal stakeholders.
Reference: CGRVv27066.
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