Remote Senior Agronomist - Precision Farming Leader

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900.000 - 1.200.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Professional development opportunities

Generous paid time off

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Agronomist with a specialization in Precision Farming to join a forward‑looking agricultural technology firm. This fully remote South Africa role focuses on maximizing crop yields, resource efficiency, and sustainable practices nationwide.

You will leverage GIS, drone data, and sensor networks to deliver data‑driven recommendations to diverse farming partners and drive innovation across projects with remote stakeholders.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree or PhD in Agronomy, Agricultural Science, Soil Science, or a related field.
• 7+ years in agronomy with 4+ years in precision agriculture.
• Proven GIS and data analytics proficiency.
• Hands-on drone experience for crop monitoring and data collection.
• Strong knowledge of soil health, plant physiology, and crop management.

Aufgaben

• Develop and implement precision agriculture strategies for various crops and environments.
• Analyze large datasets from soil sensors, weather, satellite imagery, and yield monitors to identify trends.
• Advise farmers on nutrient management, irrigation, pest and disease control using data-driven recommendations.
• Oversee integration of new agricultural technologies including drones and variable rate systems.
• Conduct virtual field assessments and provide remote support to producers.
• Collaborate with R&D teams to test new agronomic approaches and technologies.
• Prepare detailed reports and client presentations with findings and projections.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and promote sustainable farming.
• Train and mentor junior agronomists and farm managers on precision farming tools.

Kenntnisse

GIS data analysis

Precision farming

Data analytics

Drone data collection

Remote collaboration

Project management

Communication

Ausbildung

Master's degree or PhD in Agronomy/Soil Science

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

Drone technology

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Agronomist with a specialization in Precision Farming to join a forward‑looking agricultural technology firm. This fully remote South Africa role focuses on maximizing crop yields, resource efficiency, and sustainable practices nationwide.

You will leverage GIS, drone data, and sensor networks to deliver data‑driven recommendations to diverse farming partners and drive innovation across projects with remote stakeholders.