Pietermaritzburg: Research Technician – Seed posted by Mayfly Agri
Job Description
Minimum requirements for the role:
- Must have a National Diploma or B. Sc. in Agriculture, Plant Science, or related field
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in agricultural research, crop trials, or farming
- Strong attention to detail and good observation skills
- Willingness to work outdoors and perform physically demanding tasks
- Good communication and teamwork abilities
- Must be reliable, proactive, and eager to learn
- Basic computer literacy (Excel, Email, Digital Data Capture) is essential
- Seasonal flexibility is required (early mornings, occasional weekends)
- Must have a valid driver’s license and be wiling to travel to nearby trial sites when required
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Assisting with preparing trial kits, labels, and materials for planting.
- Helping with the layout and setup of trial plots at the main research station and off-site locations.
- Tagging, labelling, and maintaining plots for clear identification throughout the season.
- Supporting the planting, maintenance, and harvesting of field trials.
- Participating in tasks such as shoot bagging, pollination, weeding, and field clean-up.
- Monitoring crop development and assisting with basic crop protection activities under supervision.
- Accurately recording field data such as flowering dates, disease ratings, and plant notes.
- Entering data into digital or paper-based systems for use by the research team.
- Keeping tools, workspaces, and storage areas clean and organized.
- Participating in team activities and training sessions.
- Supporting other research-related tasks as requested.
Please note that subsequent to the screening and shortlisting process, all further communication will be entered into only with the shortlisted candidates. If you do not receive any feedback from us within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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