Field Technician - Pongola

Agri Technovation (Pty) Ltd; Pongola; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Agri Technovation (Pty) Ltd is seeking a field sampling assistant based in Pongola, KwaZulu-Natal. You will collect soil, water and leaf samples from farms, capture precise location data, and complete job cards in line with SOPs.

You will ensure samples are dispatched to the correct laboratories and assist with weekly checks where required. The role requires good computer skills, fluency in Afrikaans and English, and the ability to work independently or in a team, with willingness to travel

Qualifications

• Must be computer literate and proficient in data entry.
• Proficient in Afrikaans and English (speaking and writing).
• Able to lift and carry >6 kg comfortably.

Responsibilities

• Collect soil, water, leaf, petiole samples from farms per SOP.
• Capture location data on Trimble or MYFARMWEB CAPTURE.
• Complete online job cards and accurately capture data.
• Ensure samples reach the correct laboratories.

Skills

Computer literate

Afrikaans & English (spoken & written)

Data capture

Attention to detail

Work under pressure

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork & autonomy

Physical lifting (>6kg)

Education

National Senior Certificate

Agriculture qualification (advantageous)

Job description

Supporting Agriculture Specialists and Soil Scientists by collecting various Agri-samples (soil, leaves, water, etc.) according to standardised SOP’s and sending the samples and related paperwork to the relevant lab for analysis. This position is based in Pongola, KwaZulu-Natal.

Main Responsibilities

• Collect soil, water, leave, petiole, etc. samples from various farms as per relevant SOP.
• Capture location data on Trimble or MYFARMWEB™ CAPTURE.
• Complete the relevant online job card for every sample collected by accurately capturing data on the relevant form.
• Ensure samples are sent to the correct laboratories.
• Complete weekly machine checklists.
• Ad Hoc or other related duties as assigned.

Skills and Capabilities

• Computer literate
• Full professional proficiency in Afrikaans and English (speaking and writing)
• Able to lift and carry > 12 pounds/6kg comfortably
• Excellent attention to detail
• Comfortable with routine work but flexible enough to adjust to ad hoc situations
• Able to work under pressure
• Excellent communication skills
• Effective organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks
• Able to work in a team environment as well as on your own

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• National Senior Certificate
• Agriculture Qualification will be advantageous

Experience

• Experience with agriculture will be advantageous

Other specific requirements

• Must own or be able to acquire a suitable pickup truck (bakkie)
• Must be available to work every second Saturday, as required
• Must be willing to travel extensively, both locally and internationally
• Must be prepared to work long hours when necessary

Preference will be given to candidates residing in the area as no relocation assistance will be provided.