Field Assistant, Pietermaritzburg

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 with at least a National Diploma in Agriculture.
• Some experience on a farm or in the field would be an advantage.
• A Valid Drivers license – Code 10 would be an advantage.
• AVCASA in Crop Protection would be an advantage.
• Must be willing to work outside in the field.
• Will consider recent tertiary graduates.

Responsibilities:

• Have a thorough understanding of what is required for each trial, including the protocol
• Assist with the following in conjunction with the Field Scientist:
  • Execution of trials.
  • Before departure preparation with weighing of chemicals, loading of equipment and necessary material required
  • Layout and pegging of trials
  • Calibration of sprayers
  • Harvesting of trials
  • Spraying/application of trials
  • Spray pathways
  • Maintenance of sites – e.g. spraying, hoeing, etc.
  • Data collection/evaluation
  • Support with residue sampling, packing and labeling.
  • Keep permanent sites well maintained.
  • Ensure accurate record keeping of all products used and dispatched.
  • Correct weighing of chemicals according to protocols.
  • Maintenance, servicing and cleaning of equipment
  • Ensure equipment is correctly stored
  • General store maintenance
  • Clean store facility
  • Maintain good hygienic standards
  • Adhere to HSE standards