Animal Nutritionist/ Scientist I â€“ Ruminants Task Grade 13

Cape Winelands
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Agriculture Engineering FMCG
Reference: PC001827/NVR

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Employer: Status Staffing

Our client in Wellington is seeking an Animal Nutritionist/Scientist I – Ruminants (Task Grade 13) to join their team. The successful candidate will hold a relevant agricultural degree, with a post-graduate degree in agriculture (e.g., M.Sc. Agric) being advantageous. A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a similar role within the dairy feed industry is preferred, along with experience in ration formulation for dairy cows. Knowledge of CNCPS biology will be beneficial. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, strong communication skills, and a highly motivated, proactive attitude are essential. Registration as a Professional Natural Scientist (Pr. Sci. Nat.) with SACNASP is required.

A recent professional profile photo is to accompany your application
EMPLOYMENT TYPE :           Permanent
SECTOR :           FMCG
BASIC SALARY :           Experienced based
START DATE                  :           A.S.A.P / Immediate

REQUIREMENTS:

A relevant agricultural degree is required
A post-graduate degree in agriculture (e.g., M.Sc. Agriculture) would be advantageous
A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a similar role within the dairy feed industry is preferred
Experience in ration formulation for dairy cows, with knowledge of CNCPS biology, will be beneficial
Proficiency in Microsoft Office is essential
Strong communication skills are required
The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, proactive, and a self-starter
Registration as a Professional Natural Scientist (Pr. Sci. Nat.) with SACNASP is required

DUTIES:

Providing technical support to our dairy customers primarily on pasture-based systems through advising on nutrition, feed product choice and pasture management.
Technical support and training of the sales team.
Product development and application of current research and new technology in ruminant nutrition.
Formulating new feeds as well as maintaining formulas of existing products on BESTMIX.
Identification of and feasibility studies with alternative or additional raw materials.
General support to all interdependent departments.
Product registration.

Should you meet all the requirements, apply on our website at www.statusstaffing.com today.
Should you not hear back from us within 10 working days, please consider your application as unsuccessful. We will retain your credentials for future similar roles.

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