Job Description

Westfalia Fruit , is a leading multinational supplier of fresh fruit and related value-added products to global markets. Through our vertically-integrated supply chain we grow, source, ripen, pack, process and market quality avocadoes & fresh produce 365 days a year & across the globe.With the largest avocado-growing footprint in the world, we are recognised as the leading #avoexperts and considered as the supplier of choice to both retail & wholesale customers whom we serve from sales offices in the UK, Europe, North America, Latin America & Southern Africa.Westfalia Marketing, situated in Tzaneen, has a vacancy for a suitably qualified and experienced:Technical AdviserPurpose of the role:To support the Technical Manager by providing technical assistance to clients, growers, and packhouses, ensuring high-quality fresh produce, compliance with food safety standards, and continuous improvement through research and technical projects.Key Responsibilities:

• Assist local and international clients and growers with technical queries, documentation requests, and audit-related matters.

• Farm and Packhouse Visits: Plan and facilitate client visits to farms, monitor fruit quality, and address packing grade queries.

• Compile recommendations based on leaf and soil analysis and provide feedback to growers.

• Residue Sample Management: Collect fruit samples, manage laboratory submissions for MRL testing, and address anomalies.

• Verify chemical application dates, withholding periods, and ensure grower and packhouse certifications meet export standards.

• Assisting with checking of fruit quality and packing grade.

• Analysing and communicating overseas feedback of quality to packhouses and growers

• Temperature monitoring and temperature monitor association to shipments

• Drawing up newsletters and feedback to growers on various topics through the year

• Technical Projects: Develop newsletters, technical articles, posters, and research projects to add value and educate growers

RequirementsEducation:

• Minimum 3-year post-matric qualification in Agriculture (BSc Agric Horticulture) or related field.

• Additional computer courses are advantageous.

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years' experience in agricultural practices, preferably with avocados, mangos, and litchis.

• Experience with food safety standards and accreditation requirements.

Behavioural Competencies:

• High attention to detail and accuracy.

• Hardworking, proactive, and reliable.

• Punctual and professional.

• Willingness to travel locally and internationally.

• Ability to work both independently and within a team.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

• Fully bilingual in Afrikaans and English.

• Effective time management and organizational skills.

• Ability to communicate technical information clearly.

BenefitsThe Company offers a Total Guaranteed Remuneration Package which comprises provident funds, insured benefits, and an option to structure an annual bonus.Closing date for applications will be 28 February 2025NB: Should you not receive correspondence 25 March 2025, please regard your application as being unsuccessful

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