FIELD AGRONOMIST X 2
2026-06-01 - 2026-09-30
Permanent
FM002574
Agriculture & Agribusiness
All Provinces - South Africa , Free State
Free State & Mpumalanga: This is a non-sales, field-based technical role, focused on assisting our commercial teams and clients by optimising crop performance across a diverse range of high-value and row crops.
 
The successful candidate will play a key role in strengthening customer relationships, improving on-farm results, and supporting the continued growth of the company’s footprint in South Africa.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
 
  • Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Soil Science, Agriculture, or a related field
  • Minimum of 4–5 years practical, field-based agronomy experience
  • Proven experience working with row crops (maize, wheat, soybeans)
  • Strong understanding of soil science and plant nutrition
  • Experience interpreting soil and plant tissue analyses and making practical recommendations
  • Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel extensively
 
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
 
  • Strong technical agronomic knowledge
  • Ability to translate complex data into practical, on-farm recommendations
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
  • Problem-solving and analytical thinking
  • Strong organisational and planning ability
 
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO
 
Agronomic Support
  • Provide technical agronomic support to sales representatives through regular on-farm visits (3–4 days per week)
  • Deliver expert advice on crop nutrition and fertilisation strategies
  • Interpret soil and plant tissue analysis results and develop tailored fertilisation programmes
  • Diagnose crop issues, including nutrient deficiencies and environmental stress factors
 
 
Training and Technical Development
  • Support the sales team with product knowledge and crop-specific training
  • Assist in upskilling Technical Sales Representatives on agronomic best practices
  • Ensure technical alignment between product positioning and on-farm application
 
Field Trials and Demonstrations
  • Assist in the development, implementation, and monitoring of field trials and demonstrations
  • Evaluate trial results and provide recommendations based on findings
  • Support the positioning of products through practical, evidence-based results
 
Client and Stakeholder Engagement
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with farmers, distributors, and internal teams
  • Provide ongoing technical support to customers to improve crop performance
  • Act as a trusted advisor to clients on soil health and crop nutrition
 
Territory and Market Support
  • Work across a diverse crop portfolio, including row crops (maize, wheat, soybeans) and high-value crops (fruits and vegetables)
  • Stay informed on regional farming practices, seasonal trends, and agronomic developments
  • Provide insights to support commercial strategy and product positioning
 
Reporting and Administration
  • Document field visits, trial results, and agronomic recommendations
  • Provide feedback to internal teams on product performance and market needs
  • Support data-driven decision-making through accurate reporting
 
 
ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted
For more information please contact:
Farm Manager