Starke Ayres: Junior Production Officer

Oudtshoorn, Western Cape, South Africa

Job Description


The following position of a Junior Production Officer has become available in the Western Cape Area. The purpose of this job is to ensure that the required amount of good quality and genetically pure seed is produced by the growers.RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Identifying new Growers
  • Establishing long term sustainable relationships with Growers
  • Being familiar with opposition Growers
  • Updating Growers with delivery, processing, Quality Control and payment information
  • Carrying out routine Field Inspections
  • Carrying out SANSOR and Phytosanitary Inspections
  • Requesting, handling and delivery of Basic Seed
  • Reconciling and return of Basic Seed
  • Managing planting dates
  • Manage the application of pest control and nutrient programs
  • Evaluate soil moisture levels and manage irrigation
  • Communicating potential QC issues with the Operations Department
  • Tracking seed lot deliveries through the cleaning and QC process
  • Reporting to Growers the progress of seed lots through the cleaning and QC process
REQUIREMENTS:Qualifications:
  • A Nat Diploma in Agriculture (essential).
  • BTech of BSc in Agriculture (preferential)
Knowledge:
  • Advanced knowledge of Seed Production
  • Authorised SANSOR inspector
  • AVCASA or similar courses
Experience:
  • Trainee Production Officer for 1 year (preferential)
Legal:
  • Driver's licence
Must be willing to travel and must reside in the Western Cape Area.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1315555
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Oudtshoorn, Western Cape, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned