Field Testing Specialist

Corteva Agriscience; Delmas; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural firm in South Africa is hiring a Field Testing Specialist to join their R&D team. The role involves conducting planning, planting, and data collection of research phenotyping activities for crops. Candidates need a degree in agriculture and experience in agronomy. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to operate agricultural equipment are essential. This position supports continuous growth and innovation in agriculture.

Benefits

Opportunity for international rotations

Diverse and inclusive work environment

World-class benefits

Qualifications

• 3 years industry related experience.
• Proven ability to make timely decisions and solve problems.
• Comply with safety regulations and country laws.
• Valid driver’s license, pick-up or SUV experience beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute experiments/trials efficiently.
• Operate agricultural equipment.
• Conduct data collection and harvesting.

Skills

Strong background in agronomy

Interpersonal/communication skills

Ability to operate agricultural equipment

Experience with UAV/drone applications

Education

Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in agriculture

Tools

Office software proficiency

Job description

Growing What Matters Starts With You

Corteva Agriscience, the world's first dedicated agriculture start-up, serves to enrich the lives of those who produce and those who consume, ensuring progress for generations to come. Our employees fulfill this purpose everyday by building/participating in an inclusive culture where we encourage each other to stay curious, think differently, act boldly and do what's right for our customers, our co-workers, our partners and our planet. With over 20,000 team members from 130 countries, innovating in 140 world class R&D facilities, we have the resources, leadership heritage and partner ecosystem to make a meaningful impact now and into the future.

#GrowWhatMatters

We’re hiring for a Field Testing Specialist

Learn how you can be our voice in the conversation about the future of agriculture. At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what’s next. You will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture – leading breakthroughs in the innovation and application of science and technology. In this role, you will use your research/agricultural experience to serve as a team member in the Testing Team to conduct planning, planting, data collection and harvesting of research phenotyping activities for Maize, Soy and Sunflower across South Africa.

You Will Be Part of a Growing Team

Research and Development

Your Challenge

• Works as part of a team to plan and execute experiments/trials efficiently and accurately within seasonal deadlines.
• Ensure all phenotyping activities are executed at assigned trial locations; from cooperator sourcing, mapping, seed preparation, planting, crop maintenance, data collection (including UAV’s) and harvesting.
• Will be expected to safely operate agricultural equipment.
• Attention to detail and proper maintenance as it pertains to research field equipment including tractors, planters, combine harvesters and other data collection tools.
• Remains current on new data collection technology and traits and implements the use thereof.
• Continuous reporting and consulting on program and trial status. Yearly reporting on status of targeted metrics.
• Participate in improvement of safety programs and protocols (safety, efficiency, effectiveness) specific to direct work environment to identify and communicate potential risks and benefits.
• Complete personal development goals as part of a performance management and development plan.
  
  

Key Stakeholders And Interactions

Serve as a team member in the Testing Team

Location:

Delmas (Olifantsfontein Research Farm)

To Grow What Matters, You Will Need

• Master’s degree or Bachelor’s degree in agriculture with 3 years industry related experience.
• Strong background in agronomy.
• Proven ability to make timely decisions, solve problems and build consensus.
• Excellent interpersonal/communication skills are required for fostering teamwork, enhancing a good working environment, and effectively developing strong working relationships with a diverse group of people.
• Ability to supervise and prioritize multiple tasks is critical.
• Experience with operating research specific agricultural equipment and implements will be beneficial.
• Experience with UAV/drone applications in agriculture and holding an RPC will be beneficial.
• Experience in working with regulated trials and material would be beneficial.
• Proficiency in Office software such as spreadsheets, mail, calendar and presentation software.
• Always comply with safety regulations and country laws, lead in a way which will inspire all team members and follow the example.
• Handle a demanding workload with long hours, travelling and weekend work during seasonal peaks.
• Ability to work outside in all kinds of weather.
• Has a valid driver’s license. Experience driving a pick-up or SUV would be beneficial.
  
  

Who Are We Looking For?

• Curious, bold thinkers who want to grow their careers and be part of a winning team .
• Market shaping individuals who want to transform the agriculture industry to meet the world’s growing need for food.
• Collaborators who thrive in a diverse, inclusive work environment .
• Innovators who bring initiative and fresh ideas that drive our business into the future and make us an industry leader.
  
  

Growing What Matters Starts With You… What We Can Offer To Help You Grow?

• Opportunity to be part of a global industry leader working to discover solutions to the most pressing
  
  

agricultural challenges of our time .

• Challenging work assignments that grow your skills, capabilities and experiences .
• Opportunities for international rotations and relocation that will expand your global view and cultural experience .
• Diverse, inclusive work environment where employees bring their whole selves to work and feel heard, valued and empowered .
• Dedicated and customized resources to help grow your professional skills, industry expertise and personal perspectives.
• Joining us is a natural opportunity to strengthen your professional network through valuable relationships.
• Support the health and well-being of every employee by offering world-class benefits, meaningful work and competitive salary.
• Performance driven culture with a strong focus on speed, efficiency and agility .
  
  

To know more about Corteva please watch this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bs3CpU29-1M