Senior Agronomist: Sustainable Tech-Driven Field Lead

Placements24; Midrand; In loco; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Access to cutting-edge agri-technology

Retirement savings plan

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 in Midrand, Gauteng seeks a Senior Agronomist to develop sustainable farming practices, optimize yields, and drive environmental stewardship across the region. The role blends fieldwork with analytical duties, collaborating with farmers, researchers, and internal teams to advance agricultural excellence.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s or PhD in Agronomy or related field with 7+ years’ experience, strong SA agricultural knowledge, data analysis skills, and willingness to travel

Competenze

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Agronomy, Crop Science, Soil Science, or a closely related field.
• 7+ years of progressive agronomy experience with focus on crop production and soil management.
• Proven ability to develop and implement sustainable farming practices.
• Knowledge of South African agricultural systems and Gauteng crops.
• Data analysis proficiency for reporting and decision-making.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel within Gauteng.

Mansioni

• Conduct soil analyses and crop health assessments to identify issues and tailor solutions.
• Develop and implement crop management plans including fertilization, irrigation, and pest/disease control.
• Advise on adoption of precision agriculture and sustainable methods.
• Provide technical guidance to farm managers, workers, and stakeholders.
• Monitor weather, market trends, and regulatory changes to adapt strategies.
• Collaborate with R&D to trial new varieties and techniques.
• Prepare reports on crop performance, resource use, and sustainability metrics.

Conoscenze

Data analysis

Communication

Presentation skills

Formazione

Master's degree or PhD in Agronomy or related field

Strumenti

Agricultural information systems

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 in Midrand, Gauteng seeks a Senior Agronomist to develop sustainable farming practices, optimize yields, and drive environmental stewardship across the region. The role blends fieldwork with analytical duties, collaborating with farmers, researchers, and internal teams to advance agricultural excellence.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s or PhD in Agronomy or related field with 7+ years’ experience, strong SA agricultural knowledge, data analysis skills, and willingness to travel