Position Overview
The Breeding & Maintenance Supervisor is responsible foroverseeing the overall operations and team management of the Breeding &Maintenance Department. This role focuses on establishing standardized andefficient breeding and maintenance service systems, optimizing internal toolsand consumables management, and ensuring the smooth operation of plantbreeding, maintenance services, on-site customer support, and the ISES™ system.The role also aims to continuously enhance team capabilities and customer servicequality.
Job Responsibilities
1. Department Operations & Team Management
- Oversee and coordinate the daily operations of the Breeding & Maintenance Department and lead the team to achieve operational goals efficiently;
- Optimize departmental structure, manpower planning, job allocation, and workflow processes to improve overall team productivity;
- Plan and allocate internal and outsourced manpower resources effectively to balance operational needs and labor costs;
- Develop and implement training programs to continuously enhance employees’ technical competencies and job performance;
- Coordinate cross-department communication and handle daily operational issues and emergencies promptly;
- Conduct regular operational reviews, data analysis, and process improvements to drive continuous enhancement.
2. Breeding Operations Management
Manage the full plant breeding process, including:
- Seed selection
- Sowing
- Seedling cultivation
- Transplanting
- Survival rate management
- New plant trial breeding and testing
- Organize breeding activities based on germination rates of leafy vegetables and herbs, seed inventory levels, and customer site conditions;
- Establish and improve SOPs and measurable KPIs for breeding operations;
- Continuously optimize breeding techniques and workflows to improve productivity and plant quality.
3. Plant Maintenance Management
- Oversee plant maintenance operations and quality management;
- Define responsibilities between internal and outsourced maintenance teams and monitor outsourced work quality and service standards;
- Lead internal professional maintenance work and update maintenance SOPs and technical standards when necessary;
- Ensure plant health and maintenance quality consistently meet company standards.
4. Customer Service & Field Operations Coordination
- Coordinate on-site customer maintenance services, seedling deliveries, and related field operations;
- Optimize fieldwork arrangements, including:
- Single-person or team assignments
- Coordination between drivers and maintenance staff
- Route and schedule planning
- Ensure high service quality, operational safety, and timely delivery to enhance customer satisfaction.
5. ISES™ System Operations & Technical Support
- Responsible for the daily operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the ISES™ planting system;
- Understand and manage related equipment, including basic maintenance and upkeep of system components and pumps;
- Maintain close communication with the China technical team to coordinate and resolve technical issues promptly, ensuring stable system performance and smooth cross-border collaboration.
6. Other Duties
- Perform any other duties assigned by the company or management.
Job Requirements
Education & Experience
- Diploma or above in Horticulture, Agriculture, Plant Science, or related fields preferred;
- Minimum 3 years of experience in plant breeding, maintenance, or related operations management;
- Previous supervisory or team management experience is preferred.
Technical Skills
- Familiar with the full process of plant breeding and maintenance;
- Possess basic equipment management knowledge and understanding of system operations and maintenance;
- Able to independently analyze and resolve system equipment and plant maintenance-related technical issues.
Management & Coordination Skills
- Strong leadership, organizational, coordination, and problem-solving abilities;
- Skilled in establishing SOPs, performance standards, and manpower optimization;
- Capable of improving overall team productivity and departmental operational efficiency.
Operational & Fieldwork Capabilities
- Familiar with managing both internal and outsourced teams and coordinating field operations;
- Strong site management, execution, and emergency response capabilities.
Language & Other Requirements
- Good command of both English and Chinese (spoken and written) to support coordination between Singapore and China teams;
- Responsible, proactive, detail-oriented, and able to work under pressure;
- Candidates with relevant Singapore working experience will have an added advantage;
- Possess a valid Singapore driving license and confident driving skills.
