Starke Ayres: Junior Production Officer (Northern Cape)

CompanyStarke AyresReference #Starke Ayres: Junior Production Officer (Northern Cape)Published22/07/2021Contract TypePermanentSalaryMarket RelatedLocationKimberley, Northern Cape, South AfricaIntroductionThe above position has become available for an energetic and self-motivated individual to join our Production Department in the Northern Cape (entire Northern Cape, not specified to one area). This role will primarily focus on ensuring that the required amount of good quality and genetically pure seed is produced by the growers.Job FunctionsQuality Control,Research and DevelopmentIndustriesAgriculture,ProductionSpecification?Planting dates
?Delivery of Basic Seed and Plant Material
?Timing of Inspections for Field Inspection Report and Phytosanitary Documentation
?Flower management
?Harvesting and delivery of seed lots
?Identifying new Growers
?Establishing long term sustainable relationships with Growers
?Carrying out routine Field Inspections
?Carrying out SANSOR and Phytosanitary Inspections

Requirements?National Dip Agriculture or a B Tech or BSc Agriculture Accreditation
•A valid driver’s license essential.
•3 years’ relevant experience.
•Knowledge of horticulture (with specialisation in vegetables) will be an added advantage.
•The successful candidate will be dealing with growers on a daily basis and strong negotiation and communication skills are therefore required.

Job Closing Date05/08/2021Share on