Senior Agronomist: Crop Management Leader

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Vor Ort; ZAR 1.100.000 - 1.400.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Pension fund contributions

Professional development

Relocation assistance

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg is seeking a Senior Agronomist to lead our crop management division. You will plan, implement, and oversee all cultivation activities to maximise yields, apply sustainable farming practices, and drive innovation across farming operations.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's or Master's in Agronomy with at least 7 years in commercial farming, deep knowledge of SA soils and IPM, and proven leadership.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's or Master's in Agronomy or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive agronomy experience in commercial farming.
• Proven track record in large-scale crop production and high yields.
• Deep knowledge of South African soils, climate, and Pietermaritzburg region.
• Experience with precision agriculture technologies and data analysis.
• Strong IPM understanding and sustainable farming practices.
• Leadership, communication, and teamwork skills.

Aufgaben

• Develop and implement comprehensive crop management plans (soil, fertilization, pest control, irrigation).
• Conduct regular field assessments for crop health and growth stages.
• Provide expert agronomic guidance to farm managers and staff.
• Research and recommend new crop varieties and cultivation techniques.
• Oversee procurement and management of seeds, fertilizers, and pesticides.
• Analyze yield data and costs to identify improvements and cost reductions.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and sustainability principles.
• Mentor and train junior agronomists and farm personnel.
• Collaborate with research institutions and external experts on projects.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Crop management

Data analysis

IPM knowledge

Field assessments

Ausbildung

Bachelor's or Master's in Agronomy

Tools

Precision agriculture tech

Data analysis software

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg is seeking a Senior Agronomist to lead our crop management division. You will plan, implement, and oversee all cultivation activities to maximise yields, apply sustainable farming practices, and drive innovation across farming operations.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's or Master's in Agronomy with at least 7 years in commercial farming, deep knowledge of SA soils and IPM, and proven leadership.