Overview
Senior Soil Scientist Jobs in Johannesburg, South Africa at Afrizan Personnel
Job Description
A leading organisation is looking for a Senior Soil Scientist to join their team. The main purpose of the role is to
support the team within the company’s Fertilizer 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 of new agronomists, database management and soil physical data related queries.
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.
Requirements:
At least a
B.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.
Strong understanding of agronomic principles including soil chemistry, soil physics, agronomy, plant physiology and crop nutrient management.
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Title: Senior Soil Scientist
Company: Afrizan Personnel
Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
Category: Science (Research Scientist, Environmental Science, Agriculture / Farming, Environmental Compliance), Engineering (Research Scientist, Agriculture / Farming, Environmental Compliance)
