Soil Scientist

**Soil Scientist / Agronomist**
Our client, an environmental projects company, is seeking a motivated and dynamic individual for the position of Soil Scientist / Agronomist in the Technical Business Unit located in Irene.

**Minimum Requirements**:

- BSc Honors or Masters in Agronomy, Soil Science, Crop Science, Pasture Science, or Biology.
- At least three years’ experience as an Agricultural / Agronomist / Environmental or Soil Scientist Consultant.
- Report writing experience and skills.
- Beneficial: Previous experience in an Agricultural or Mining consulting environment.
- Proven experience in the analysis and interpretation of soil quality parameters.
- Must be able to pass medicals, induction, and training certifications.
- Must be able to execute fieldwork and physical manual labor associated with fieldwork for extended periods of time in outdoor environments.
- Essential: Valid Driver’s License.
- Must be willing to travel locally and abroad on occasions.
- Must have a valid passport.

**Roles and Responsibilities**:

- Client liaison to determine the needs of the client and to provide feedback.
- Develop and present solutions, proposals, and implementation plans to clients including but not limited to:

- Development of rehabilitation plans
- Evaluation of fertilizer needs from soil analysis
- Soil classification
- Plant identification
- Crop management plans
- Pasture management plans
- Rehabilitation assessments
- Soil impact assessments and evaluation
- Soil conservation and management plans
- New project planning (scheduling), budgeting, and implementation.
- Manage the implementation of the projects according to general project management principles, including Gantt Charts, report writing, work delegation, and project budgets.
- Verify and report on project progress and financial performance.
- Promote and create awareness of services provided by the company.
- Extended fieldwork.

**General Competencies required for the position**:

- Project Management skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Problem-solving skills

**Closing Date**:
Submissions for this vacancy will close on the 27nd of March 2024, however, you will still have the opportunity to submit your CV for this position till 18 April 2024.

**Please Note**:
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- For more information please contact:
**Bianca Van Jaarsveldt