Weed Scientist

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Identify and map problematic weed species in sugarcane estates, tracking changes in weed population dynamics and shifts in species over time.
  
• Develop and oversee the application of flowering inhibitors such as Ethephon to prevent or reduce floral initiation in commercial fields.
  
• Collect biometric data during crop growth, analyze field results using statistical software, and generate comprehensive reports for Agronomy Manager.
  
• Train farm managers and technicians on safe pesticide applications, equipment calibration and safety protocols.
  

Educational Qualification and Work Experience

• Msc. Sugarcane weed control.
  
• Any relevant profession certificate.
  
• 5+ years work experience
  

Skill and Competencies

• Effective Communication skills
  
• People management skills
  
• Conflict Resolution Skills
  
• Project Management Skills
  
• Negotiation skills
  
• Presentation skills
  
• Interpersonal Skills
  
• Integrity
  
• Empathy
  
• Openness
  
• Discretion