Description

• Performs routine field trial activities under supervision.
• Performs routine greenhouse and laboratory activities under supervision.
• Assists in coordinating of work activities and supervises allocated HR resources, if applicable.
• Adheres to work plans and provide verbal and written feedback on work activities to supervisor.
• Utilises equipment, tools, and materials.
• Adheres to financial administrative controls.
• Provides research support, diagnostics and other services.
• Collects data under supervision.
• Adheres to quality standards.
• Visible compliance with Human Resource policies and procedures and Occupational Health and Safety policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Grade 12 (NQF 4) plus 3 years relevant experience in Crop Protection or Agronomy.
• Or Grade 10 (NFQ 2) plus 10 years relevant experience in Crop Protection or Agronomy.
• Relevant experience in cultivation of vegetable crops in open field and/or in tunnels.
• Experience in pest management in a greenhouse and associated sanitation procedures.
• Experience in pest scouting and sample collection.
• Experience in field trial management will be an added advantage.
• Experience in mass insect rearing will be an added advantage.
• Valid drivers’ licence.