• An established vegetable seed production company is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Seed Production Agronomist with expertise in seed production techniques to be responsible for ensuring the quality, quantity, and efficiency of seed production processes, playing a pivotal role in seed yield and quality for both growers and clients.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (Plant-related field); A postgrad qualification would be ideal
• Minimum 2 years’ in field experience
• Strong communication skills are essential
• Proficiency in English and Afrikaans (Fully bilingual – written and spoken)
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transport

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Providing expert technical advice on crop cultivation.
• Efficiently and timely performing monitoring and technical advisory duties.
• Offering quick, thorough, and clear feedback if work execution is not meeting standards.
• Managing the contracting of crops and communicating contract requirements effectively.
• Overseeing logistical planning, execution, and progress tracking.
• Assuming responsibility for quality management, covering all risks related to crops to meet contractual requirements.
• Managing risk associated with the production process.
• Maintaining comprehensive records and generating reports on crop-related activities.
• Providing punctual and clear feedback on crop progress to growers.
• Providing punctual and clear feedback on cleaning progress to growers.
• Ensuring adherence to processes and protocols while continually seeking process improvements.