Field Technician - Potchefstroom

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 Ermelo, Mpumalanga.

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 Ermelo area as no relocation assistance will be provided.