Biological Control Specialist
1 week ago
Job Title: Biological Control Specialist - Insect Rearing
Location: KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
About the Role:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our team as a Biological Control Specialist - Insect Rearing. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of innovative biological control methods for weeds.
About the Job:
The successful candidate will assist in the daily mass-rearing of multiple insect biological control agents on Parthenium hysterophorus and Chromolaena odorata. This will involve watering plants exposed to insects in rearing facilities, performing other basic daily activities as per instruction and training, and maintaining stock and test plants in holding facilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with daily mass-rearing of multiple insect biological control agents.
- Watering of plants exposed to insects in rearing facilities.
- Maintenance of stock and test plants in holding facilities (propagation, re-potting, watering, application of fertilizers, pruning, weed- and pest control).
- Cleaning and basic maintenance of equipment and facilities.
- Record keeping for insect and plant production.
- Harvesting and packaging of biocontrol agents.
- Occasional fieldwork with technicians and researchers during single and multi-day trips for field trials and the release of biocontrol agents.
Requirements:
To be considered for this role, you will need:
- Grade 12
- At least 2 years prior experience of insect rearing and/or entomological activities
- A basic level of computer literacy (e-mail; data entry on Excel spreadsheets)
- Meticulous execution of repetitive tasks
- Ability to undertake tasks without micro-supervision
- Ability to work as part of a team, under instruction and with flexibility in undertaking tasks
- Ability for daily physical work in glasshouses, under uncomfortable conditions, and with occasional extended hours if required during field work
- Expected to assist with weekend watering duties monthly
- Code B/EB driver's license required. Driving experience would be advantageous
What We Offer:
We offer a competitive salary range of R250,000 - R350,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus benefits.
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