Agronomist Assistant at McCain Foods

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

As part of the Farm of the Future team, the Agronomy Assistant will be responsible for executing and marking all onsite farm trials.  He or She will collect data and samples, run trials and collect data on weather stations, irrigation, soil etc. providing agronomic support in all aspects of planning, execution and monitoring of the farm’s crops and record all data in databases.  The Agronomy Assistant will work closely with the Agronomist to make sure the crop is optimally managed and that the trials are smoothly implemented within the commercial farm operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Install on-farm trials
•  Collect on-farm data and samples
•  Record data in databases

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum is a Diploma/Degree in Agronomy/Crop Science/Plant Production
• Atleast 1-year experience  in a similar role.
• AVCASA training preferred
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and willing to travel extensively
• Knowledge and experience in executing on-farm trials
• Knowledge & experience in (irrigated) crop production. Potato growing experience preferred.
• Data collection, data processing
• Assist with on farm tasks as needed
• Computer literate (MS Office and statistical analysis software)
• Experience in operation irrigation systems preferred
• Farm Machinery Operation Skills preferred