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A leading agricultural company in Western Cape, Napier, seeks an experienced professional to conduct development trials for seeds. The role involves managing nursery practices, liaising with local agricultural groups, and providing technical support. Ideal candidates will have 5-10 years in field experimentation and strong communication skills. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to innovative agricultural technologies while adhering to strict compliance and safety standards.
Carry out set of development trials for seeds, through series of reliable and quality of on and off-site trials for the ARS Market segments. Precise data collection (yield, moisture and agronomic data) using available operational tools. To manage off-site nurseries following compliance and SOPs as per guidelines. Liaise with local agricultural groups, agronomists, crop consultants, other industry bodies and Govt. organisations to manage changes in agronomy practices, technology and support in evaluation and development of Syngenta technologies. Following compliance and safety and QM culture in trialing as per Syngenta policy. Provide technical support to all ARS function for greenhouse activities, nurseries and trialing activities. Dedication to understanding and reaching operational and financial KPI targets.
Critical knowledge
•Basic understanding of technical aspects of crops pesticides, pests and agronomy.
•Basic knowledge reading and interpreting of layout of experiments.
•Good written and communication skills.
Critical experience
•5-10 years working experience of all aspects of field experimentation
•Knowledge of technical/agronomic aspects of crops/indication is desirable.
Critical technical, leadership and personal capabilities
•Deep understanding of local language and culture.
•Basic knowledge of crops agronomy and technical aspects.
•Basic idea in use of office software and Standard Information Technology tools.
•Patience, proactive and good foresight fluency in English and local language.
•Ownership of breeding and harvesting equipment, maintenance and improvements.
Critical leadership capabilities
•Deep understanding of local language and culture. Customer focus - Plays important role
•Innovative - Essential
•Decisive - Essential
•Communicative - Very much essential
•Trusted – Essential
•Team oriented – Essential
•Result oriented – Very much essential
•Time management – Self-starter and discipline
Advert closing 10 October 2025