Agricultural Graduate - Seed

Recruiter:

Mayfly Agri (Pty) Ltd

Job Ref:

PTA001651/JP

Date posted:

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Location:

South Africa, South Africa

Salary:

Market Related

SUMMARY:

A dynamic Agricultural Seed Producer is seeking the above to be responsible for supporting daily farm operations and agricultural processes while contributing to efficiency, sustainability, and hands-on learning across diverse environments. The successful candidate may be offered permanent employment or a 12-month contract extension upon completion.

POSITION INFO:

Minimum requirements for the role:

Must have a relevant qualification such as a B.Sc. in Agriculture, Agricultural Diploma, Marketing Management, or equivalent
Possess basic agricultural exposure or understanding, gained through holiday work, hands-on farm experience, or familiarity with farming equipment and processes
Must have a valid driver's license and demonstrate willingness to relocate and travel, including potential assignments in Zambia

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Assisting in daily farm operations, including crop monitoring, soil management, and equipment handling at assigned sites.
Participating in rotational placements across South African sites and potentially Zambia to gain exposure to diverse agricultural environments.
Supporting agricultural processes such as planting, harvesting, and pest control under the guidance of senior staff.
Engaging in training sessions and workshops to build knowledge of farming equipment, processes, and best practices.
Collaborating with teams in marketing and management, including collecting data for market analysis related to agricultural products.
Conducting site inspections and reporting on operational efficiencies, challenges, and improvements.
Travelling between sites as required, ensuring compliance with safety and relocation protocols.
Maintaining accurate records of activities, observations, and learnings during the program.
Contributing to team projects aimed at enhancing sustainability and productivity in agriculture.
Providing feedback on the program and operations to help refine future initiatives.

Please note that subsequent to the screening and shortlisting process, all further communication will be entered into only with the shortlisted candidates. If you do not receive any feedback from us within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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