Junior Production Agronomist - Seed

SUMMARY:

An established vegetable seed production company is seeking a dedicated Junior Seed Production Agronomist to assist with crop monitoring, technical support, logistics, quality control, and grower communication while ensuring compliance and reporting risks.

POSITION INFO:

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture (specializing in a plant-related field)
• Minimum 2 years’ relevant field experience, internship or practical experience is beneficial
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Fully bilingual in English and Afrikaans (written and spoken)
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transport

• Assisting in providing technical support on crop cultivation.
• Conducting field monitoring and supporting technical advisory tasks.
• Reporting observations and providing feedback to Senior Agronomists if work execution does not meet standards.
• Assisting with the contracting of crops and communicating contract requirements effectively.
• Assisting with logistical planning, execution, and tracking progress.
• Aiding in monitoring quality control and identifying risks related to crop production.
• Observing and reporting potential risks in the production process.
• Maintaining accurate records and assisting in generating reports on crop-related activities.
• Providing regular feedback to growers on crop progress.
• Updating growers on cleaning progress as required.
• Following established processes and protocols while learning and contributing to improvements.