Careers · Operations & Technical Delivery
Protected Agriculture & Hydroponics Specialist
Design, install and optimise greenhouse and hydroponic systems for clients and SCAH school hubs.
- Reports to
- Head of Agronomy
- Department
- Operations & Technical Delivery
- Location
- Kensvalley, Ngong-Suswa (Kahara) Road, Kajiado — with regular travel to project sites across Kenya
- Engagement
- Full-time
Purpose of the role
Make greenhouse and soilless growing reliable and profitable, so every system we install produces consistently after handover.
Key responsibilities
- Design greenhouse layouts and hydroponic systems (NFT, DWC, media beds, vertical towers) to suit site, crop and budget.
- Develop nutrient recipes, EC/pH regimes and climate management plans for each crop.
- Supervise installation teams and commission systems before handover.
- Train client staff, teachers and students to operate and maintain systems.
- Run follow-up visits, troubleshoot performance and document lessons learned.
- Contribute to costed proposals, bills of quantities and product specifications for the shop.
What you'll need
- Degree or diploma in Horticulture, Agricultural Engineering, Crop Science or related field.
- At least 4 years of hands-on experience with greenhouse and/or hydroponic production.
- Practical skills in fertigation, nutrient management and greenhouse climate control.
- Ability to read and prepare simple technical drawings and material lists.
Nice to have
- Experience with aquaponics.
- Experience with sensors, controllers or IoT farm monitoring.
- Valid driving licence.
How you'll work
Systems thinkingAttention to detailHands-on problem solvingClient care
What success looks like in year one
- Standardise our installation and commissioning checklist.
- Achieve consistent yields across all supported hydroponic units.
Our hiring process
- 1. Expression of interest — Submit your details and CV for the role that fits you best.
- 2. Screening — Our HR team reviews applications against the role profile when an opening is confirmed.
- 3. Interview — Shortlisted candidates are invited to an interview and, for technical roles, a practical assessment.
- 4. References & offer — We check references and qualifications before making any offer.
Fair and safe recruitment
- • Digichange Agronomists never charges any fee at any stage of recruitment. Report any request for payment to us immediately.
- • We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applications regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion or disability.
- • These profiles describe roles we plan to fill as we grow. Timing, terms and remuneration are confirmed only with shortlisted candidates.
- • Your information and CV are used only for recruitment and handled in line with the Kenya Data Protection Act, 2019.
Express your interest
Quick application — takes about 3 minutes. Our HR team will contact you if your profile matches an opening.