Senior Soil Scientist - Land Reclamation and Management

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Soil Scientist for a hybrid role in Kimberley, Canada. You will lead land reclamation and management projects, assess soil health, and develop remediation strategies for degraded lands used in agriculture and conservation.

You will conduct detailed soil surveys, analyze soil properties, and advise on sustainable soil management practices. The position requires a PhD or Master’s in Soil Science or a closely related field and a strong portfolio of land management

Qualifications

• PhD or Master's in Soil Science or related field.
• Proven experience leading land reclamation projects.
• Strong fieldwork and data analysis capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead land reclamation and management projects.
• Conduct detailed soil surveys and analyze soil properties.
• Advise on sustainable soil management practices and remediation strategies.
• Generate technical reports and present findings.

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent environmental consulting firm, is looking for a distinguished Senior Soil Scientist to lead their land reclamation and management projects in the Kimberley, Northern Cape region. This vital role focuses on assessing soil health, developing strategies for the remediation of degraded lands, and advising on sustainable soil management practices for agricultural and conservation purposes. You will conduct detailed soil surveys, analyze soil properties, and recommend effective solutions for issues such as erosion, contamination, and nutrient depletion. The ideal candidate will hold a PhD or Master's degree in Soil Science or a closely related discipline, with a substantial portfolio of successful land management projects. This hybrid role requires regular fieldwork combined with data analysis and report generation. Your expertise will be crucial in restoring and enhancing the ecological value of the land.