Horticulturist

Grabouw, Western Cape, South Africa

Job Description


Our client, a major role player in the pome fruit industry, is seeking a Horticulturist to join their Technical Department. The ideal candidate will be self-driven, analytical, technology-oriented, and a dynamic team player. This position reports directly to the Technical Manager.THE IDEAL CANDIDATE SHOULD HAVE AT LEAST THE FOLLOWING:

  • BSc in Agriculture.
  • Three to five years of experience is mandatory.
  • Must be computer literate.
  • Ability to handle pressure.
  • Must be willing to do fieldwork.
  • Willingness to work overtime.
  • Strong knowledge in horticulture (major), soil science, and/or entomology.
  • Physically fit and healthy to perform the required duties.
  • Excellent observation, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Good interpersonal skills (fluent in Afrikaans and English).
  • Valid drivers licence.
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR (BUT NOT LIMITED TO):
  • Coordinating new variety evaluations, selective technical field days for growers, field trials as needed, and providing general support for growers concerning orchard husbandry practices.
  • Carrying out preparatory tasks for the pack-shed and, when required, executing field trials as requested by the Technical Manager.
  • Collecting and capturing pre- and post-harvest trial data accurately.
  • Assisting in annual administration tasks, such as orchard census, crop estimation, maturity indexing, picking standards, and additional tasks as required by the pack-shed.
  • Representing the client at industry events related to pre-harvest disciplines.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1338324
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Grabouw, Western Cape, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned