Hewitt Colenbrander Recruitment Agronomist

Purpose of the Job:

The successful candidate will be employed by a renowned crop science technology company to:

• drive sales of yield enhancement technologies
• plan, implement and evaluate crop trials to demonstrate yield gains from this technology

Required Qualifications

1. BSc Agric Degree – Soil Science, Horticulture, Plant Physiology/ Agronomy
2. Approved in BASOS (FERTASA)
3. Approved in AFCASA

Technical Competencies & Experience:

1. 5-10 years’ experience in Field Trials Management
2. Outstanding knowledge & experience of commercial farming in KZN
3. Experience with row crops, fruit & veg & sugar cane
4. Ability to identify, engage & retain new commercial farming customers
5. A highly scientific understanding of all aspects of crop production
6. Knowledge of methodology for assembling, conducting & harvesting field trials
7. Drivers’ licence
8. 8.       FULLY BILINGUAL – Fluent in English & Afrikaans
9. MS Office advanced skills – Power Point & Excel

Behavioural Competencies:

1. Customer Oriented
2. Accountability
3. Sharing knowledge & expertise
4. Commitment to excellence
5. Organised
6. Deadline driven
7. Communication skills
8. Interpersonal skills
9. Work well under pressure

Remuneration:

Competitive, market-related but dependent upon skills and experience.

IMPORTANT – If you feel you meet the above criteria, apply via www.hcrecruit.co.za