Technical Advisor at AECI Limited

Job Description    

• To provide highly specialised in-field support and expert knowledge on Small Grains (Wheat, Barley, Canola, Oats), to the Crop Advisors and Regional Managers in terms of AECI Plant Health’s in-house products, as well as Third Party products, so as to enhance sales.
• Work closely with Advisory Manager to enhance the Sales Team’s overall knowledge of crop programmes and in-house products through specialised training and ongoing mentorship.
• Provide advice on complex technical matters to further the knowledge of the Advisory Team, Regional Managers and Crop Advisors on in-house and Third Party product and services across all product portfolios.
• Provide expert assistance to all Crop Advisors based in their specific regions, particularly in terms of complex complaints and claim management processes where additional support and technical knowledge is required.
• Ensure that current crop programmes and services within the Advisory Dept adhere to local regulations and labels and make recommendations to Advisory Manager for improvement where appropriate

Required outputs: Functional

• Assume responsibility for the development of spray programs incorporating in-house products for the clients which integrate agrochemical and nutritional products and adhere to MRL guidelines and label recommendations.
• Use crop programmes and technical support services to drive sales strategies in the region.
• Monitor the correct implementation of recommendations.
• Carry out regular crop inspections during season to find solutions for problems found and make recommendations for corrective action to be taken
• Perform relevant in-house product trials on Small Grains to build knowledge and confidence in products.

Qualifications & Experience    

• Minimum educational requirement Grade 12 with post matric tertiary qualification of a B.Agric/B.Sc Agric degree.
• Must possess AVCASA or BASOS accreditation and be prepared to work towards acquiring both accreditations within a reasonable period of time.
• Minimum of 5 years post graduate experience in the agricultural industry in agrochemicals and/or agriculture and/or nutrition.
• Must possess good customer relationship skills.
• Must possess technical knowledge and experience in Small Grains.
• Computer literate MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook)
• Knowledge of .NET would be advantageous.
• A sound working knowledge of Safety, Health and Environmental practices is essential.
• Must be in possession of a valid driver’s license, have own reliable transport and be medically fit to drive.
• Must be able to travel to support all allocated Crop Advisors and service cross-border clients if required.
• Ability to work independently.
• Must possess good communication (verbal and written), planning, organisation, presentation, technical, people and presentation skills.
• Must be safety orientated
• Possess the ability to solve problems systematically
• Fluency in both English and Afrikaans is a prerequisite

Closing Date    

• 2025/11/06