Head of Agronomy

1 week ago

Centurion, South Africa Frank Consult Full time

We are looking for an Agronomist who can develop better farming practices and find effective solutions for the food and farming industry. The Head of Agronomy (HOA) will help the commercial team with fertilizer recommendations and help solve plant or soil nutrition problems using specialized fertilizer products, thus helping the farmers develop techniques to increase crop quality and yield.

To be a successful HOA, they should be focused on developing and promoting better farming practices. They should be self-motivated, detail-oriented and analytical with excellent listening, communication, and problem-solving skills.

**Responsibilities**:

- Studying plants and soil to develop better planting, cultivation, and harvesting techniques, improve crop yield, and solve agriculture industry problems.
- Developing fertilizer recommendations for farmers’ requirements.
- Researching, developing and promoting farming practices or products that diminish the effects of soil, climate, and weather changes.
- Visiting fields to scout for nutritional deficiencies, diseases, or other changes.
- Keeping detailed records regarding fields, customers, crops, and samples.
- Generating reports and presenting findings to management, clients, or other interested parties.
- Promoting products and techniques through educational presentations.
- Hands-on with Marketing all product ranges. Gather marketing material and compile product/crop booklets to distribute as marketing material.
- Manage product trials to gather information for registration and sales purposes.
- Liaise with manufacturers regarding the import of products.
- Extensive travel to provide support to Business Unit Managers and Agents

**Qualifications**:

- Matric qualification
- Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Soil Science, or a related field.

**Competencies**:

- Minimum 15 years of experience.
- Fluent in Afrikaans and English.
- Solid South African experience with crops
- Must be able to identify issues /possible issues and provide solutions.
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.
- Must currently be in a management role.
- Must currently be involved in a product development environment.
- Exceptional active listening and verbal and written communication skills.

**Remuneration**:

- Industry-related basic salary dependent on experience.
- Company vehicle & fuel.
- Laptop & Cellphone.

For more jobs available click here.

Follow our LinkedIn profile for updates.

  • Head of Agronomy

    1 week ago

    Centurion, South Africa Mayfly Agri (Pty) Ltd Full time

    **Minimum requirements for the role**: - Must have a Bachelors degree in Agronomy, Soil Science or related field - Must have a BASOS/FERTASA certification and be SACNASP registered - At least 15 years experience as an Agronomist will be required - Must have a valid drivers license and be willing to travel - Up to date knowledge of industry trends,...

  • Head Agronomist

    38 minutes ago

    Centurion, South Africa Dante Personnel Full time

    Gauteng, Centurion - R60 000 - R80 000ctc (Benefits) Our client in the Agricultural industry is looking for a Head Agronomist to join their dynamic team in Centurion, Gauteng (willing to travel) **Minimum requirements**: - Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Soil Science or related field - Fluent in Afrikaans and Afrikaans - Solid SA experience of crops -...

  • Managing Director

    7 days ago

    Centurion, South Africa Mayfly Agri (Pty) Ltd Full time

    **Minimum requirements for the role**: - Must have a relevant tertiary qualification - Extensive experience in the Agricultural industry (ideally seeds business) in multinational organizations is essential - Must have direct experience in sales and marketing within the Agricultural industry - Demonstrated ability to lead changes and create a growth mindset...

  • Senior Manager: ICT Licensing Services

    1 month ago

    Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa Full time

    Job TitleSenior Manager: ICT Licensing Services - Department HeadAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Manager to lead our ICT Licensing Services department.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement business plans within approved timelines and budget.Manage the department's budget and ensure effective financial...

  • Exploration Geologist

    7 months ago

    Centurion, South Africa De Beers Group of Companies Full time

    Company Description - We have an exciting opportunity for an Exploration Geologist. The purpose of this role is to gather geological information so as to increase the confidence in the relevant mineralization in order to ensure quality data are handed over to the rest of the value chain and therefore increase Kumba’s Mineral Endowment in the...

  • Technical Expediter

    1 week ago

    Centurion, South Africa De Beers Group of Companies Full time

    Company Description - We have an exciting position for a Technical Expediter who will be responsible for ensuring that there is compliance by suppliers to repair and reconditioning contracts on all major - and critical component repairs. This is to ensure that all major - and critical component repairs and/or reconditioning take place in accordance with the...

  • Investor Relations Advisor

    2 weeks ago

    Centurion, South Africa De Beers Group of Companies Full time

    Company Description - The Investor Relations (IR) Specialist/Officer will assist the Manager of Investor Relations in managing the Group's relationships with institutional investors and sell-side analysts and help with the communication of the Group's investment case and business performance reporting to financial markets. **Be part of the team. The team...

  • Feedback Advisor

    2 weeks ago

    Centurion, South Africa De Beers Group of Companies Full time

    Company Description - We have an exciting opportunity for a Feedback Advisor (2 year fixed term contract), who will provide support into the PSO in terms of trend and data analysis with recommendations as well as to facilitate the identification, implementation and embedding of BI initiatives in the business **We’re the best in the industry. You’ll make...

  • Specialist Technical Support

    1 week ago

    Centurion, South Africa De Beers Group of Companies Full time

    Company Description - We have an exciting position for a Specialist Technical Support and Integration. The role of the Specialist Technical Support and Integration is to support the Kumba’s Localised & Preferential Procurement Strategy across all departments for Sishen and Kolomela mine. The role will require setting direction for Localised Suppliers by...

  • Team Assistant Company Secretary

    16 hours ago

    Centurion, South Africa De Beers Group of Companies Full time

    Company Description - We have a position for a Team assistant company secretary you will be responsible to provide administrative assistance to the Company Secretarial Team in an effective, timely and professional manner. **Be part of the team. The team **that **makes it happen.** Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and...

  • Principal Risk

    2 days ago

    Centurion, South Africa De Beers Group of Companies Full time

    Company Description - We have a key position for a Principal Risk and Assurance, you will be responsible for managing the Kumba-wide Risk Management and Assurance function. **Be part of the team. The team **that **makes it happen.** Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to “re-imagine mining...

  • Officer, Partnership and Resource Development

    2 months ago

    Centurion, South Africa International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies Full time

    **Vacancy No.** S11309 **Contract Type** National **Application Deadline** 22-Nov-2024 **Job Posted on** 08-Nov-2024 **Country** SOUTH AFRICA **Duty Station** Centurion **Duty Station Status** N/A **Duration** 6 months **Accompanied Status** N/A **Organizational Context**: The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies...

  • Officer, Partnership and Resource Development

    2 months ago

    Centurion, South Africa International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies Full time

    Vacancy No. S11309 Contract Type National Application Deadline 22-Nov-2024 Job Posted on 08-Nov-2024 Country SOUTH AFRICA Duty Station Centurion Duty Station Status N/A Duration 6 months Accompanied Status N/A Organizational Context The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is the world’s largest humanitarian...