Soil Scientist / Agronomist

Marvel Placement Consultants; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

An environmental projects company is seeking a motivated Soil Scientist / Agronomist for their Technical Business Unit. The role involves client liaising, developing rehabilitation plans, evaluating soil needs, and managing project implementations. Candidates must have a relevant degree, at least three years of experience, strong communication, and problem-solving skills. Fieldwork and a valid driver's license are required. This position is based in South Africa, Gauteng, with travel opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of experience as an Agricultural/Agronomist/Environmental or Soil Scientist Consultant.
• Experience in report writing.
• Must be able to execute fieldwork and physical manual labor in outdoor environments.

Responsibilities

• Client liaison to assess and address client needs.
• Develop and present project solutions and proposals.
• Manage project implementation according to project management principles.
• Verify project progress and financial performance.
• Promote services provided by the company.
• Conduct extended fieldwork.

Skills

Project Management skills

Strong oral communication

Strong written communication

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

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.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Client liaison to determine the needs of the client and to provide feedback.
• Develop and present solutions, proposals, and implementation plans to clients, including:
  • Development of rehabilitation plans
  • Evaluation of fertilizer needs from soil analysis
  • Soil classification
  • Plant identification
  • Crop management plans
  • Pasture management plans
  • Rehabilitation assessments
  • Soil impact assessments and evaluation
  • Soil conservation and management plans
  • New project planning (scheduling), budgeting, and implementation
• Manage the implementation of the projects according to general project management principles, including Gantt Charts, report writing, work delegation, and project budgets.
• Verify and report on project progress and financial performance.
• Promote and create awareness of services provided by the company.
• Extended fieldwork.

Minimum Requirements

• BSc Honors or Masters in Agronomy, Soil Science, Crop Science, Pasture Science, or Biology.
• At least three years' experience as an Agricultural / Agronomist / Environmental or Soil Scientist Consultant.
• Report writing experience and skills.
• Must be able to pass medicals, induction, and training certifications.
• Must be able to execute fieldwork and physical manual labor associated with fieldwork for extended periods of time in outdoor environments.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Willing to travel locally and abroad on occasions.
• Valid passport.

Beneficial

• Previous experience in an Agricultural or Mining consulting environment.
• Proven experience in the analysis and interpretation of soil quality parameters.

Essential

• General Competencies Required for the Position: Project Management skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Problem-solving skills.

Closing Date

Submissions for this vacancy will close on the 27th of March, however, you will still have the opportunity to submit your CV for this position until 18 April.

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