About SimuPod

SimuPod is a controlled-environment aquaponics and vertical farming system designed to produce high-quality crops through a repeatable, scalable, and data-driven operating model.

Our goal is not simply to grow plants. We are building a modern agricultural operating system where biology, engineering, operations, and data work together to create predictable outcomes.

We are looking for two highly disciplined Agronomists & Systems Operators who can help operate, monitor, improve, and scale the SimuPod platform.

The Role

This is a hybrid role combining:

Agronomy
Aquaponics
Operations
Data management
Continuous improvement

You will be responsible for ensuring the daily health and performance of both the crop and fish production systems while maintaining accurate records and driving continuous optimization.

Success in this role requires exceptional attention to detail, strong observational skills, and a commitment to data accuracy.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

Daily System Operations

Perform daily inspections of crops, fish, water systems, pumps, filters, and infrastructure
Execute germination, transplanting, harvesting, and crop maintenance activities
Monitor crop growth and identify potential issues before they impact production
Ensure fish health and feeding schedules are maintained
Maintain cleanliness and biosecurity standards throughout the facility

Data Collection & Record Keeping

Record operational data accurately and consistently
Track crop performance, yields, mortality, growth rates, water quality, and system performance
Verify and validate collected data for accuracy
Investigate inconsistencies and anomalies in records
Maintain audit-ready operational logs

Water Quality & Aquaponics Management

Monitor and maintain:

pH
EC
Water temperature
Dissolved oxygen
Ammonia
Nitrite
Nitrate
Fish feeding rates
Fish health indicators

Identify trends early and take corrective action before issues escalate.

Crop Planning & Yield Management

Execute production schedules
Maintain staggered planting cycles
Support harvest forecasting
Track productivity and yield performance
Identify opportunities to improve crop quality and output

Problem Solving & Troubleshooting

Diagnose and resolve:

Plant nutrient deficiencies
Fish health issues
Water quality problems
Pump and circulation failures
Disease outbreaks
Production bottlenecks

You will be expected to approach problems methodically using data rather than assumptions.

Continuous Improvement

Help improve:

Operating procedures
Data collection processes
Crop selection strategies
Yield performance
Labor efficiency
System reliability

We are looking for individuals who continuously ask:

“How can this system perform better tomorrow than it did today?”

What Success Looks Like

Within your first 90 days, you should be able to:

Independently operate the SimuPod system
Maintain accurate daily operational records
Identify emerging issues before they become failures
Consistently follow standard operating procedures
Contribute practical improvement recommendations

Within your first year:

Improve production consistency
Increase yield predictability
Reduce operational errors
Help establish scalable operating standards for future expansion

Required Qualifications

Degree or Diploma in Agronomy, Agriculture, Horticulture, Crop Science, Aquaculture, Agricultural Engineering, or related field
Strong understanding of plant production systems
Ability to collect and analyze operational data
Comfortable working with spreadsheets and digital record-keeping tools
Strong written and verbal communication skills
High level of personal accountability

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with hydroponics or aquaponics
Experience operating controlled-environment agriculture systems
Experience with commercial crop production
Experience maintaining operational records and reporting
Familiarity with sensors, monitoring equipment, and agricultural technology

Critical Competencies

The ideal candidate demonstrates:

Attention to Detail - Can identify small issues before they become major problems.
Data Integrity - Treats operational data as a critical business asset and understands that inaccurate data leads to poor decisions.
Systems Thinking - Understands how crops, fish, water chemistry, equipment, and operations interact.
Discipline & Consistency - Can execute the same process accurately every day.
Curiosity & Learning Mindset - Seeks continuous improvement rather than simply maintaining the status quo.
Ownership Mentality - Acts as if the system belongs to them.

Compensation

Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.

How We Evaluate Candidates

Candidates will be assessed on:

Operational thinking
Agronomic knowledge
Aquaponics understanding
Data accuracy and record-keeping discipline
Problem-solving ability
Commercial awareness
Continuous improvement mindset

A practical take-home assessment and system walkthrough will form part of the selection process.

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