4 Planting jobs in South Africa

• Application Deadline: 3 November 2025
• Job Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape
• Job Title: Researcher (Crop Production)
• Education Level: Bachelors Degree
• Job Level: Intermediate
• Minimum Experience: 3 - 5 Years

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Understanding weather and impact of it on crops (Soil moisture, rainfall, temperatures and crop health (VHI, NDVI)
• Updating of excel spread sheets (Producer Deliveries, Weather dB, Poultry industry sheets, Harvest/Planting Progress etc)
• Crop tour planning and execution
• Updating of SND as season progresses with new crop sizes
• Research on weather systems and events coming up in a season and reporting back on it
• Being able to present presentations regarding weather info and market/crop analysis
• Comparing weather models (ECM vs GFS)
• SSA Production and Demand Estimates: Detailed analysis on SSA countries to determine crop sizes for neighbouring production countries.
• SAF Commercial Demand Analysis: Detailed analysis on the SAF demand numbers used in the SnDs
• Key Client Interactions: Our market analysis and research to be presented to key clients by presentation as well as detailed emails in form of Flag Reports on a weekly basis.

Requirements:

• At least 2-3 years' relevant work experience in a similar role would be essential.
• Degree in Agricultural Economics or related field.
• Experience in agriculture-related research or analysis is essential
• Experience in weather and impact of it on crops essential
• Crop tour experience essential
• Efficient in Geographical Information Systems (GIS)
• Efficient in Coding (Python)
• Industry experiences essential
• Grain and oil seeds product knowledge advantageous.

Are you studying towards a N Diploma in Crop Production? Our 2026 Internship Program is your opportunity to gain hand-on experience and grow your career in agriculture.

How to apply:

Send the following documents to

• CV
• Certified ID
• Certified matric certificate
• Certified academic records

FACULTY OF NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES
SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES
VACANCY: TECHNICAL SUPERVISOR (CROP PRODUCTION)
POSITION NUMBER: M
PEROMNES: P11
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT APPOINTMENT

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

Provide leadership and technical assistance in all sections of the Crop Section of the farm. Technician will manage agronomy field, greenhouses and orchard at the farm. Manage all available specialized equipment used in support of production, teaching and learning, and research activities. Diligently facilitate the handling of all processes involved in crop fields and keep adequate record and good control of consumable items utilized.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervision of staff and management of production in the crop section of the farm.
• Implement plans for practical sessions for Undergraduate students and staff.
• Implement plans for research activities for staff and students.
• Engage in community outreach activities.

• A Diploma/Advanced Certificate (NQF level 6) in Farm Management/ Agronomy/ Horticulture/ Crop Science.
• Professional membership with SACNASP.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ technical supervisory experience in the Agronomy field, orchard, greenhouses and management.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ farm management experience.

ADDED ADVANTAGE:

• A bachelor’s degree (NQF level 8) in Farm Management.
• A bachelor’s degree (NQF level 8) in Agronomy/ Horticulture/ Crop Science.
• Membership with professional society.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Manage the teaching and practical, research and community outreach projects.
• Manage Agronomy field, orchard and greenhouses.
• Manage irrigation inside greenhouses and at the field.
• Oversee practical, research and community outreach projects.

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Initiative/Perseverance.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of organizational skills.
• Stress management.
• Valuing service and Diversity.
• Supervisory skills and management ability.

REMUNERATION

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms. Innocentia Mphuthi, Tel No:

CLOSING DATE: 26 April 2024

COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible

Kindly take note: applications may only be submitted online through the official NWU vacancy website. Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.

The University subscribes to and applies the principles of the Employment Equity Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the aforementioned Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.

If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.