Senior Soil Scientist | Lead Field & Lab Projects (Hybrid)

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life cover

Retirement fund

Professional development funding

Hybrid work arrangement

Paid annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein, Free State, seeks a Senior Soil Scientist to lead soil surveys, remediation planning, and environmental assessments. You will analyze soil health, develop strategies, and advise clients on sustainable land management, with fieldwork across Bloemfontein and surrounding areas.

Hybrid work model provides field and team interaction while enabling flexible scheduling. The ideal candidate holds a PhD or MSc in soil/environmental fields, with 6+ years of experience in

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Master's degree in Soil Science, Environmental Science, Agronomy, or a related field.
• A minimum of 6 years of professional experience in soil science, with a focus on field assessments and laboratory analysis.
• Proven expertise in soil classification, chemistry, physics, and biology.
• Experience with GIS and remote sensing tools for soil mapping and analysis is highly desirable.
• Strong project management and leadership skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing capabilities.
• Proficiency in relevant software, including statistical analysis packages and database management.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for client and team interactions.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid work environment.
• Willingness to undertake fieldwork in various conditions across Bloemfontein and surrounding areas.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive soil surveys, sampling, and analysis to assess soil properties, health, and fertility.
• Develop and implement strategies for soil remediation, conservation, and sustainable management.
• Perform environmental impact assessments focusing on soil quality and land use.
• Interpret complex soil data, providing clear and actionable recommendations to clients.
• Lead and manage soil science projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards.
• Mentor and guide junior soil scientists and technicians.
• Collaborate with engineers, agronomists, and environmental scientists on integrated projects.
• Stay updated with the latest research, technologies, and regulations in soil science and land management.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, proposals, and presentations for clients and regulatory bodies.
• Contribute to the development of new methodologies and best practices in soil science within Free State .

Skills

Soil science expertise

Field sampling & lab analysis

GIS / remote sensing

Project management

Data interpretation

Report writing

Client communication

Education

Master's or PhD in Soil Science/Environmental Science

Tools

GIS software

Statistical packages

Database management

Job description

Placements24 in Bloemfontein, Free State, seeks a Senior Soil Scientist to lead soil surveys, remediation planning, and environmental assessments. You will analyze soil health, develop strategies, and advise clients on sustainable land management, with fieldwork across Bloemfontein and surrounding areas.

Hybrid work model provides field and team interaction while enabling flexible scheduling. The ideal candidate holds a PhD or MSc in soil/environmental fields, with 6+ years of experience in