Remote Soil Scientist & Land Management Strategist

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Home office allowance

Professional development

Retirement savings

Flexible hours

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly knowledgeable Remote Soil Scientist & Land Management Consultant to guide agricultural enterprises, conservation projects, and restoration efforts. The role is fully remote, enabling work from your preferred location while advising clients on soil health and sustainable land practices.

The candidate should hold a Master's or PhD in Soil Science (or related field) with 6+ years in soil analysis, soil chemistry, and land management, and be proficient in ArcGIS/QGIS

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Soil Science or related field.
• 6+ years of experience in soil science, soil analysis and land management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed analysis of soil samples and site data to assess soil properties, fertility, structure, and health.
• Develop soil management plans including fertilization, tillage, cover cropping, and erosion control.
• Advise clients on sustainable land management, conservation tillage, and water resource optimization.
• Evaluate land suitability for agricultural, forestry or ecological restoration.

Skills

Soil analysis

GIS

Data interpretation

Report writing

Education

Master's or PhD in Soil Science

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly knowledgeable Remote Soil Scientist & Land Management Consultant to guide agricultural enterprises, conservation projects, and restoration efforts. The role is fully remote, enabling work from your preferred location while advising clients on soil health and sustainable land practices.

The candidate should hold a Master's or PhD in Soil Science (or related field) with 6+ years in soil analysis, soil chemistry, and land management, and be proficient in ArcGIS/QGIS