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Science or equivalent (essential)\u003Cbr>• 3 years’ minimum experience\u003Cbr>• 2 years’ experience in people management and working as part of a team (desirable)\u003Cbr>• Business / operational management skills (essential)\u003Cbr>• Accredited in crop nutrition and soil test interpretation (desirable)\u003Cbr>o “Agronomy in Practice” Nutrient Advantage\u003Cbr>• “C” class manual driver’s license\u003Cbr>• HR (preferred)\u003Cbr>• Senior First Aid |\n\nPOSITION PURPOSE:  \nThe Production Agronomist forms part of the South Johnstone Farming Operations team reporting to the Operations Manager. The principle responsibility is to integrate best agronomic practices with the farms operational plans. This role will be closely linked to the MSF Sugar Agronomy Services team.  \nThe Production Agronomist is expected to lead and promote improvements in farming systems and practices in order to achieve best practice in all areas of crop production in a sustainable and profitable manner. Develop and oversee the implementation of the following plans with the assistance of the Crop Establishment, Crop Performance Supervisors and other members of the South Johnstone and wider MSF  \nSugar company farming operations:-Farm layout:  \n• Block layout plans for operational efficiency and drainage Crop Nutrition:  \n• Crop Nutrition and soil amelioration plans Crop Protection:  \n• Weed and pest management plans Crop Maximisation:  \n• Harvesting sequence plan  \n• Planting plan including variety selection Environmental performance:  \n• Monitor conditions for optimum timing of operations  \n• Complete and maintain SmartCane BMP accreditation Farm improvement:  \n• Identification of yield constraints and understanding of variability and subsequent development of yield improvement plans for each farm.  \nIntroduce New Technology and Practices  \nThe responsibility extends to the reporting the effectiveness of these plans.  \nAUTHORITY TO ACT  \nBudget: Authority to organise works/schedule training etc. in relation to the position purpose focus area and within approved budgets.  \nPurchasing: Authority to issue Purchase Orders within limits approved by the Operations Manager or General Manager.  \nFinance/Admin: Authority to review accounts and contracts, however the Operations Manager must authorise/sign final documentation.  \nContracts/Compliance: Authority to review licences, permits, leases etc. and to liaise with the relevant authorities. However the Operations Manager must authorise / sign final documentation.  \nKEY RELATIONSHIPS (Internal & External)  \nThe Production Agronomist supports the South Johnstone Farm’s team to ensure an overall business perspective is maintained. 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