Technical Assistant: Grapes And Citrus
Job Description
Technical Assistant: Grapes and Citrus - PaarlMy client, a well established fruit exporter based in Paarl is seeking to employ a Technical Assistant: Grapes and Citrus. The successful candidate will have a relevant tertiary qualification (BSc) coupled with 1 - 3 years experience in a similar role.agriculture|graduate|horticutlure|technical / quality|technical assistantDuties:Pre-season Planning:Obtain customer specifications.Implementation and communication of product specifications to producers.Advise on technical aspects to farming units.Updating chemical list from various countries and customers.Advise on chemical sprays.Management and building of customer and producer relationships.Update variety information of producersObtain information of new varieties and advise producers accordinglyIn-Season Responsibilities:Pack house visits to ensure post-harvest quality.Updating Commercial Manager on fruit quality on farms.Email technical reports to customers.Monitoring quality reports from customers.Taking of chemical samples and monitoring results.HACCP team member with the responsibility for food safety as required by the company IFS systemMonitor new variety trial blocks and advise producers where necessaryPost-Season:Research and transfer of new technology to producers and customers.Feedback to producers on quality.Assist Citrus business unit with quality controlAttend technical seminarsRequirements:Relevant tertiary qualificationMust be fully bilingualOwn vehicle and licenseWillingness to travel
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Job Detail
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Job IdJD1277992
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationPaarl, Western Cape, South Africa
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EducationNot mentioned