Field Technician Needed – Apply Now.

Client based in Worcester seeks field technician

Successful incumbent is required to assist the execution and monitoring of crop management protocols in order to meet the requested quantity and quality of yield, providing a consistent supply of high quality commercial and / or stock seed to ensure the long-term profitability success of the organisation.

Key responsibilities & duties:

– Assist with all aspects of seed production from soil preparation to harvest.

-Data collection of trials

-Direct and timely control of specific agricultural tasks ,i.e. load/unload stock roots and bulbs, identify, mark and / or destroy pollinator rows, sort and box in case of union the bulbs to assure proper quality, identity and proper delivery.

-Supervise the seasonal workers.

-Handle machinery tractors / harvesting equipment according to purpose and need within specifies safety regulations.

-Maintain/repair current production equipment and materials.

-Execute spraying for disease control in the field. Calculate the quantity of chemicals needed for the treatment.

-Trough continual communication keeps his/her supervisor informed of non-going crop management activities and in case actual problems regarding the execution of protocols in the crops.

Academic and trade qualifications

-Agriculture Management Diploma in agricultural related field.

-Must be capable and competent (licensed) of operating various farm machinery.

-Driver Licence code B / C1

-Agricultural background and studies will be an advantage.

Working conditions

-Mainly in field outdoor or in greenhouse, minor admin.

-Requires domestic travel.

-Field environment including heat, dust and working within the vicinity of beehives and pest control chemicals.

-Must be able to lift 25kg.

Job Type: Full-time

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Source: Jobs365