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Soil Scientist / Agronomist

Marvel Placement Consultants

Gauteng

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ZAR 400,000 - 550,000

Full time

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Job summary

A leading environmental projects company seeks a motivated Soil Scientist / Agronomist for its Technical Business Unit in Irene. The role involves client liaison, developing rehabilitation plans, conducting fieldwork, and managing project implementation. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree and have substantial experience in soil science and agriculture, with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

  • At least three years of experience as an Agricultural/Agronomist/Environmental or Soil Scientist Consultant.
  • Report writing skills.
  • Proven experience in soil quality analysis and interpretation.

Responsibilities

  • Client liaison to determine needs and provide feedback.
  • Develop and present proposals, including rehabilitation plans and soil impact assessments.
  • Manage project implementation using project management principles.

Skills

Project management skills
Communication skills
Problem-solving skills

Education

BSc Honors or Masters in Agronomy, Soil Science, Crop Science, Pasture Science, or Biology

Job description

Soil Scientist / Agronomist
Reference: PTA-BVJ-1

Overview

Our client, an environmental projects company, is seeking a motivated and dynamic individual for the position of Soil Scientist / Agronomist in the Technical Business Unit located in Irene.

Responsibilities
  1. Client liaison to determine needs and provide feedback.
  2. Develop and present solutions, proposals, and implementation plans, including:
  • Development of rehabilitation plans
  • Evaluation of fertilizer needs from soil analysis
  • Soil classification
  • Plant identification
  • Crop and pasture management plans
  • Rehabilitation and soil impact assessments
  • Soil conservation and management plans
  • Planning of new projects (scheduling, budgeting, and implementation)
  • Manage project implementation following general project management principles, including Gantt Charts, report writing, work delegation, and budgeting.
  • Verify and report on project progress and financial performance.
  • Promote and create awareness of the company's services.
  • Conduct extended fieldwork.
  • Minimum Requirements
    • BSc Honors or Masters in Agronomy, Soil Science, Crop Science, Pasture Science, or Biology.
    • At least three years of experience as an Agricultural/Agronomist/Environmental or Soil Scientist Consultant.
    • Report writing skills.
    • Proven experience in soil quality analysis and interpretation.
    • Ability to pass medicals, induction, and training certifications.
    • Willingness to perform fieldwork and manual labor outdoors.
    • Valid Driver's License.
    • Willingness to travel locally and abroad occasionally.
    • Valid passport.
    Additional Competencies
    • Project management skills.
    • Strong communication skills (oral and written).
    • Problem-solving skills.
    Application Details

    Closing date for applications is 27th March; however, CVs will be accepted until 18th April.

    Note: If you do not hear within two weeks, your application is considered unsuccessful. We will retain your details for future opportunities.

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