Crop Protection Specialist - Integrated Pest Management

Placements24; Soweto; Híbrido; ZAR 350.000 - 550.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng is seeking an experienced Crop Protection Specialist to lead IPM programs across our agricultural operations. You will develop and implement strategies to safeguard crops from pests, diseases, and weeds, drawing on plant pathology, entomology, and agronomy knowledge.

The role involves monitoring crop health, advising on treatment protocols, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards for crop protection, with a focus on environmentally responsible methods.

Formación

• Experience with IPM strategies in crop production.
• Knowledge of plant pathology and entomology.
• Background in agronomy and pest management.
• Experience monitoring crop health and advising treatments.
• Familiarity with regulatory standards for crop protection.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement IPM strategies.
• Monitor crop health in Soweto region.
• Advise on treatment protocols based on findings.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards for crop protection.
• Protect crops using environmentally responsible methods.

Conocimientos

IPM

Plant pathology

Entomology

Agronomy

Regulatory compliance

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a significant agricultural producer located in Soweto, Gauteng, is seeking an experienced Crop Protection Specialist. This role focuses on developing and implementing integrated pest management (IPM) strategies to safeguard crops from pests, diseases, and weeds. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of plant pathology, entomology, and agronomy, with a proven ability to identify threats and implement effective, sustainable control measures. This is a vital role contributing to the agricultural productivity and sustainability within the Gauteng province, particularly in the Soweto operational areas. You will be responsible for monitoring crop health, advising on treatment protocols, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards for crop protection. We are looking for a knowledgeable and proactive individual committed to protecting crops through environmentally responsible methods.