Seed Inspector

Sentraal-Suid Co; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural company in South Africa is seeking a detail-oriented professional to oversee seed commissioning and certification. The role requires maintaining accurate records of seed quality and compliance, including thorough inspections and tests, contributing to high-quality crop production. Candidates should have a Grade 12 certificate, relevant industry experience, and familiarity with seed regulations. The position offers opportunities to support agricultural quality standards and ensure successful seed outcomes.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' experience in the Grain or Seed Industry.
• Experience as a Grain Grader would be an advantage.
• An SANSOR Inspector Course would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an accurate record of seed commissioning activities.
• Timely registration for multiplication and field inspections.
• Ensure reconciliation of commissioned inventory with the system.

Skills

Record-keeping

Familiarity with seed regulations

Attention to detail

Education

Grade 12 (Matric) certificate

Grading Courses in small grains

Job description

Overview

SSK currently has the following career opportunity at its Seed Department in Riversdale. The suitable candidate will oversee the commissioning and certification of all seed and will ensure the quality, purity, and compliance of all seed within the established standards and regulations. This includes thorough inspections, performing tests, and providing accurate assessments of seed quality to support the agricultural industry in producing high-quality crops and maintaining seed quality.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining an accurate record of seed commissioning activities, including inspection findings, test results, and certification documents, to ensure traceability and accountability.


• Timely registration for multiplication, SANSOR field inspections.


• Ensuring to reconcile the commissioned and other inventory on hand with the system inventory.


• Familiarize with the specific crop, variety, and seed production requirements.


• Staying informed with regulations that impact seed quality, certification, and distribution.


• Treatment of seed according to legal requirements.

Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric) certificate with Grading Courses in small grains


• An SANSOR Inspector Course would be an advantage


• At least 3 years’ experience in the Grain or Seed Industry


• Experience as a Grain Grader will be an advantage

Please regard your application as unsuccessful if you do not receive feedback within one month of the closing date. SSK reserves the right not to fill any position. SSK is an equal-opportunity employer.