Agrometeorlogist

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Job Description


We are looking for an Agrometeorologist to join a leading agricultural research and meteorology team in KwaZulu Natal. This is a highly technical role requiring expertise in weather monitoring systems, data analysis, and research to support crop forecasting and advisory services for farmers.
Key Responsibilities:

  • Operate, install, program, and troubleshoot automatic weather stations (AWS).
  • Serve as the technical expert for weather station operations, supporting internal technical staff.
  • Monitor and analyse weather and crop data to ensure accuracy and reliability.
  • Extract, interpret, and report data from crop forecasting systems.
  • Advise farmers and external stakeholders on accessing and interpreting weather and crop reports.
  • Contribute to research projects with technical expertise and analytical insights.
  • Stay updated on technological advancements and recommend improvements to systems and processes.
  • Collaborate closely with crop modelers and scientific programmers.
Min Requirement:
  • Master's degree in Agricultural Meteorology or a closely related field.
  • Minimum of 3-5 years' experience as an agricultural meteorologist
  • Strong technical expertise with automatic weather stations (installation, programming, troubleshooting).
  • Data analysis and programming skills (Python, SQL, or similar).
  • Ability to guide technical staff and support farmers and stakeholders effectively.
  • Strong problem-solving and research capabilities.
  • Valid driver's license (required for travel to field sites).
Why Apply:
  • Relocation support for candidates moving to Durban.
  • Opportunity to work in a technical, research-driven environment.
  • Hands-on experience with innovative agricultural technologies and data-driven decision-making.
  • Travel to southern African regions for research and field engagement.
If you have a passion for meteorology, agricultural research, and technical innovation, this is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact on farming and crop forecasting.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1562002
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned