Manager - Biosecurity and Plant Health

The Red Sea Development Company

1.Program Development & Implementation

• Design and roll out a site-wide biosecurity management framework tailored to nursery and greenhouse operations.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for plant health threats, pest entry points, and operational vulnerabilities.
• Establish and maintain clear operating procedures for plant movement, sanitation, propagation, and waste handling.
• Ensure alignment between research, production, and operational teams on biosecurity protocols.

2. Monitoring & Compliance

• Set up inspection and monitoring schedules for plant health, hygiene, and pest management.
• Maintain accurate documentation, logs, and traceability systems for plant material, suppliers, and sanitation activities.
• Coordinate internal reviews, audits, and corrective actions to ensure ongoing compliance with internal standards and external requirements.

3.Training & Awareness

• Develop and deliver training programs for staff on plant health, biosecurity, hygiene, and traceability.
• Promote awareness and accountability across teams to foster a proactive culture of biosecurity.

4. Continuous Improvement & Reporting

• Analyze plant health and operational data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare reports, dashboards, and presentations on biosecurity performance for R&D and management teams.
• Support trials, evaluations, and R&D initiatives that contribute to improved plant resilience and production practices.

5. Collaboration & Liaison

• Work closely with production, research, and facilities teams to align practices and share insights.
• Liaise with plant health authorities, certification bodies, and industry partners as needed.

Key Skills:

• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and training skills across multiple teams.
• Capable of balancing field-based and documentation-based work.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, data tracking tools, and documentation software.