The purpose of this position is to lead innovations, production excellence, and technical support across the company's fruit categories, with a primary focus on pome fruit. This role will coordinate cultivar innovation, production improvement, and technical advisory services to enhance grower performance, product quality, and market competitiveness.
Key performance Areas will predominantly focus on the following:
• Innovation & Cultivar Development
• Production Support & Improvement
• Technical Advisory & Knowledge Transfer
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Reporting & Administration
This position will require:
• A person with a BSc in Horticulture, Crop Science, Agricultural Economics or related field (a Post graduate qualification will be an advantage).
• Minimum 3 - 5 years in fruit production, cultivar development, or technical advisory roles.
• Strong agronomic and varietal knowledge (especially pome fruit).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Project management and strategic thinking.
• Data-driven decision-making and reporting.
• Proficient in MS Office and agricultural software tools.
The following aspects are obligatory to the position:
• Frequent travel (local and international).
• Field-based and office-based work.
• Occasional weekend and after-hours work.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and own vehicle.
Closing date: Friday, 28 November 2025
Email CV in WORD format: cvs@agricruitment.co.za