Junior Horticulturist Grabouw - Grabouw
Hopkins Coetzee Associates
Our client is one of the major role players in the pome fruit industry. They are looking for a dynamic Junior Horticulturist to join the Technical Department. This position will suit a self-driven, analytical, technology-oriented, and dynamic team player. The position will report directly to the Technical Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for but not limited to the following: Coordinating all new variety evaluations, selective technical field days for growers, field trials when needed, and general support for growers concerning orchard husbandry practices Carrying out preparatory tasks for the pack-shed and at times the execution of field trials on request by the Technical Manager Collecting and capturing pre- and post-harvest trial data accurately Assisting with annual administration and tasks, i.e., orchard census, crop estimation, maturity indexing, picking standards and additional tasks as required by the pack-shed Representing the company at industry events related to pre-harvest disciplines Minimum requirements: A BSc Agriculture degree A minimum of three years' experience is ideal, but not mandatory Good knowledge in the field(s) of horticulture (major must) and/or soil science and/or entomology Good observation and problem-solving skills, as well as decision-making abilities Ability to handle pressure Must be computer literate Must be willing to do fieldwork Willingness to work overtime Physically fit and healthy to perform the duties as required Good interpersonal skills (fluent in Afrikaans and English) Valid Driver's license By Submitting your information and application you hereby confirm: That you have read and understood our Privacy Policy ( www.hopcal.co.za ). That you give us permission to retain your personal information in our database for future matching to employment opportunities. Should suitable opportunities arise we will contact you and request your consent to submit your CV to a specific client for a specific purpose. That the information you have provided to us is true, correct and up to date. Please ENSURE that your application includes the following: a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae, inclusive of contact and email information a covering letter motivating the application an indication of current and expected remuneration availability contactable referees If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please accept that your application was not successful. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Market related remuneration will be offered.
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