Field Technician - Pongola

Supporting Agriculture Specialists and Soil Scientists by collecting various Agri-samples (soil, leaves, water, etc.) according to standardised SOP’s and sending the samples and related paperwork to the relevant lab for analysis. This position is based in Pongola, KwaZulu-Natal.

Main Responsibilities

• Collect soil, water, leave, petiole, etc. samples from various farms as per relevant SOP.
• Capture location data on Trimble or MYFARMWEB™ CAPTURE.
• Complete the relevant online job card for every sample collected by accurately capturing data on the relevant form.
  
• Ensure samples are sent to the correct laboratories.
• Complete weekly machine checklists.
• Ad Hoc or other related duties as assigned.

Skills and Capabilities

• Computer literate
• Full professional proficiency in Afrikaans and English (speaking and writing)
• Able to lift and carry > 12 pounds/6kg comfortably
  
• Excellent attention to detail
• Comfortable with routine work but flexible enough to adjust to ad hoc situations
• Able to work under pressure
  
• Excellent communication skills
• Effective organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks
• Able to work in a team environment as well as on your own

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• National Senior Certificate
• Agriculture Qualification will be advantageous

Experience

• Experience with agriculture will be advantageous

Other specific requirements

• Must own or be able to acquire a suitable pickup truck (bakkie)
• Must be available to work every second Saturday, as required
• Must be willing to travel extensively, both locally and internationally
• Must be prepared to work long hours when necessary
  

Preference will be given to candidates residing in the area as no relocation assistance will be provided.