Senior Horticulturist
VÄXA odling i Sverige AB / Skogsjobb / Kumla
2026-02-20
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VÄXA Odling i Sverige AB operates one of Europe's largest indoor vertical farms, located approximately 40 meters underground in Kumla. The company specializes in year-round production of herbs and leafy greens using advanced controlled-environment cultivation systems.
Due to continued expansion, we are now seeking a qualified Senior Horticulturist to strengthen our cultivation team.
About that role
As Senior Horticulturist, you will have responsibility for crop management under artificial growing conditions. The role is focused on scientific crop management, plant physiology, production optimization, and team leading.
You will work closely with cultivation specialists/growers and report to the Cultivation Manager.
Main Responsibilities
Monitoring crop development and plant health
Defining and adjusting crop growth parameters
Optimizing macro- and micronutrient formulations
Analyzing yield and production data
Designing and optimizing light intensity, photoperiod, irrigation frequency, temperature and humidity parameters
Diagnosing and correcting nutrient deficiencies
Developing and updating cultivation SOPs
Determining the production specifications and parameters to achieve them
Optimizing and maintaining high yield and quality standards
Collaborating with sales and operations teams for production planning alignment
Technically guiding cultivation specialists/growers in crop production
Communication with partners, stakeholders and suppliers
Qualifications/Experiences/Requirements
Master's degree or higher in Horticulture or related agricultural science
Documented knowledge in plant physiology and crop production
Experience in controlled-environment agriculture (CEA), greenhouse, or indoor vertical farming systems
Strong analytical skills in yield and production data evaluation
Experience in operating and maintaining hydroponic cultivation systems. Analyze and control fertilizer out/inputs
Ability to independently evaluate and adjust cultivation parameters
Team management experience
Fluent in English and proficient in Swedish
Driving license (B-license)
Experienced with Microsoft Business Central (or similar) business management software & MS Office
We Offer
A technically advanced cultivation environment to work and grow
Opportunity to contribute to expansion of large-scale indoor farming
Long-term role in a growing indoor agricultural company
Collective agreement (Kollektivavtal)
Application
The position is open to applicants within the EU/EES and Switzerland. Applications are reviewed continuously.
Så ansöker du Sista dag att ansöka är 2026-03-22
E-post:
johan@vaxa.co Omfattning Detta är ett heltidsjobb.
Arbetsgivare VÄXA odling i Sverige AB (org.nr 559377-6379)
Mexivägen 13 (
visa karta)
692 75 KUMLA
Körkort För detta jobb krävs körkort.
Arbetsplats Produktion
Jobbnummer 9755135