Senior Agronomist, Agronomy Services

MNP; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national consulting firm in Canada is seeking a Senior Agronomist in Red Deer, Alberta. In this role, you will conduct field scouting, perform soil tests, and mentor junior agronomists. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Agriculture and at least 5 years of field experience. This position offers a generous compensation package including base pay, vacation time, and benefits.

Benefits

Generous base pay

4 paid personal days

Group pension plan with 4% matching

Flexible benefits

Professional development assistance

Firm sponsored social events

Qualifications

• 5+ years of agronomy field experience.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field scouting visits for plant health.
• Perform soil and plant tissue tests as needed.
• Coach and mentor Agronomists and Interns.
• Communicate industry best practices to clients.

Skills

Communication skills

Agricultural software knowledge

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Post-secondary degree or diploma in Agriculture

Job description

Inspirational, innovative and entrepreneurial - this is how we describe our empowered teams. Combine your passion with purpose and join a culture that is thriving in the face of change.

Make an impact with our Agronomy team as a Senior Agronomist. This diverse team of professionals specializes in multiple service offerings including full-service field scouting, variable fertility & seed mapping, crop intelligence moisture probes and more. As a Senior Agronomist you will have the opportunity to spend your time in the field learning applied Precision Agronomy.

MNP is proudly Canadian. Providing business strategies and solutions, we are a leading national accounting, tax and business advisory firm in Canada. Entrepreneurial to our core, our talented team members transcend obstacles into opportunities and are successfully transforming mid-market business practices.

Role Accountabilities And Responsibilities

• Conduct field scouting visits regarding plant stand/establishment, herbicide timing/efficacy, insect and disease management checks.
• Be knowledgeable of current agronomic practices and government agricultural programs.
• Actively maintain up to date knowledge of current industry best practices and trends and communicates relevant information to growers and clients.
• Perform soil tests and plant tissue tests as needed, including analysis to perform recommendations.
• Carry out functions regarding the SWAT MAP process, including mapping, soil sampling, ground truthing plant stand & crop assessments.
• Conduct analysis through the winter months regarding fertility & seed recommendations, soil moisture data, yield data, etc.
• Investigate and evaluate potential opportunities to provide further value to our customers.
• Willingness to work in an outdoor setting, along with overtime as needed during peak season.
• Ability to work out of a home office when not performing in-field functions.
• Provides coaching and mentorship Agronomists and Agronomy Interns as required.
• Demonstrates exceptional relationship building ability with clients, dealers and the consulting team.
• Believes in the purpose of agriculture and has a passion for our industry.
• Strong demonstrated communication skills with our clients, team, and industry stakeholders.
• Innovative thinker that solves problems with insight and intuition.
• Ability to work independently but also believes in collaboration and team synergy.

Skills And Experience

• A post-secondary degree or diploma in Agriculture or related field.
• A minimum 5 years of agronomy field experience.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
• Thorough knowledge of agricultural software programs and applications.
• Applicants must be registered or become registered with the Saskatchewan Institute of Agrologists as defined by The Agrologists Act. Strong communication skills are needed not only with our customers, but within our team to further our knowledge and expertise.

MyRewards@MNP

With a focus on high-potential earnings, MNP is proud to offer customized rewards that support our unique culture and a balanced lifestyle to thrive at work and outside of the office. You will be rewarded with generous base pay, vacation time, 4 paid personal days, a group pension plan with 4% matching, voluntary savings products, bonus programs, flexible benefits, mental health resources, exclusive access to perks and discounts, professional development assistance, MNP University, a flexible ‘Dress For Your Day’ environment, firm sponsored social events and more!

Diversity@MNP

We embrace diversity as a core value and celebrate our differences. We believe each team member contributes unique gifts and amplifying their potential makes our business stronger. We encourage people with disabilities to apply!