Senior Soil Scientist

Recruiter:

Augment and Recruit

Job Ref:

JHB000215/LL

Date posted:

Thursday, April 4, 2024

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:

Location – Fourways

Purpose of Role:
This position has the primary responsibility to support the Nutriology® team within the Firm`s Fertilizer sector in conducting exploratory, reconnaissance, and detailed soil surveys. This includes gathering of field data, compiling of soil maps, writing of reports and feedback sessions with clients. Other support functions include training new agronomists, database management and soil physical data related queries.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Conducting exploratory, reconnaissance, and detailed soil surveys
Creating soil classification maps and writing reports
Agricultural spatial data management
Working with the agronomic field team
Translating raw data into agricultural solutions
GIS mapping

Job Competencies:

Strong ability to work independently
Strong understanding of fertilizer crop requirements
Strong understanding of agronomic principles including soil chemistry, soil physics, agronomy, plant physiology, and crop nutrient management
Creative thinker
Excellent language skills (written and verbal English and Afrikaans)
Ability to lead and take initiative

Education and Qualifications:

At least a M.Sc. Agric degree in Soil Science
A tertiary qualification in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) will be an added advantage
Minimum of 3 years fieldwork as soil surveyor
A high level of GIS knowledge, including the use of ESRI suite (ArcGIS), QGIS and Google Earth applications
Knowledge in Ag Leader® SMS™ software will be an added advantage
Track record of managing projects and achieving goals

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