Agricultural Lab Technician: Soil & Water Analysis (Hybrid)

Placements24; Upington; Híbrido; ZAR 250.000 - 360.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical aid contributions

Retirement fund

Hybrid role

Professional development

Growth opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape invites applications for an Agricultural Technician to support laboratory and field analyses of soil and water samples. You will prepare samples, operate analytical equipment, record data, and help interpret results for farm management and irrigation planning.

The role suits someone with a background in agriculture or lab sciences, strong analytical skills, and a hands-on approach to follow established protocols diligently.

Formación

• National Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Science, Chemistry, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years in a laboratory setting, preferably with soil and water analysis.
• Proficient with laboratory equipment and analytical techniques.
• Strong knowledge of soil science and water quality parameters relevant to agriculture.
• Excellent data recording and reporting accuracy.
• Good organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Basic knowledge of LIMS and data management software.
• Familiarity with Upington region agriculture is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to conduct fieldwork.

Responsabilidades

• Collect, prepare, and analyze soil and water samples in the lab.
• Operate and maintain lab equipment (pH meters, conductivity meters, spectrophotometers).
• Perform routine chemical and physical tests on samples per procedures.
• Record results accurately in the LIMS.
• Assist in interpreting data and preparing summaries for agronomists.
• Conduct field assessments of soil and water quality as needed.
• Adhere to lab safety protocols and quality controls.
• Calibrate and troubleshoot instruments to ensure accurate readings.
• Assist with inventory of lab supplies and reagents.
• Contribute to R&D of new analytical methods for soil and water testing.

Conocimientos

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Data recording

Teamwork

Educación

National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Science, Chemistry, Environmental Science, or related field

Herramientas

pH meters

Conductivity meters

Spectrophotometers

LIMS

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape invites applications for an Agricultural Technician to support laboratory and field analyses of soil and water samples. You will prepare samples, operate analytical equipment, record data, and help interpret results for farm management and irrigation planning.

The role suits someone with a background in agriculture or lab sciences, strong analytical skills, and a hands-on approach to follow established protocols diligently.