Soweto IPM Crop Protection Specialist

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng is seeking an experienced Crop Protection Specialist to lead IPM programs across our agricultural operations. You will develop and implement strategies to safeguard crops from pests, diseases, and weeds, drawing on plant pathology, entomology, and agronomy knowledge.

The role involves monitoring crop health, advising on treatment protocols, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards for crop protection, with a focus on environmentally responsible methods.

Qualifications

• Experience with IPM strategies in crop production.
• Knowledge of plant pathology and entomology.
• Background in agronomy and pest management.
• Experience monitoring crop health and advising treatments.
• Familiarity with regulatory standards for crop protection.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement IPM strategies.
• Monitor crop health in Soweto region.
• Advise on treatment protocols based on findings.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards for crop protection.
• Protect crops using environmentally responsible methods.

Skills

IPM

Plant pathology

Entomology

Agronomy

Regulatory compliance

Job description

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng is seeking an experienced Crop Protection Specialist to lead IPM programs across our agricultural operations. You will develop and implement strategies to safeguard crops from pests, diseases, and weeds, drawing on plant pathology, entomology, and agronomy knowledge.

The role involves monitoring crop health, advising on treatment protocols, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards for crop protection, with a focus on environmentally responsible methods.