💼 Full-Time Position

Technical Manager - Citrus (Limpopo/Mpumalanga)

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Dante Personnel
📍 nelspruit, nelspruit, South-Africa
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Location
nelspruit, South-Africa
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Posted
June 19, 2026
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Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

Minimum requirements:
  • PhD / Masters Degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Agronomy, Plant Science or related field
  • Proven expertise in citrus/subtropical propagation, tree crop physiology, phenological stage management, advanced IPDM (e.g., managing phytosanitary risks like FCM, CBS, thrips, or phytophthora), fertigation, and climate/irrigation management
  • Minimum 710 years experience in high-value horticultural production systems with a dedicated focus on commercial citrus and/or subtropical tree crop operations
  • Experience managing multi-site agricultural operations (advantageous)
  • Strong understanding of export quality standards, global market access requirements, Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs), and agricultural certifications (e.g., GlobalG.A.P.)
  • Advanced technical agricultural and horticultural expertise
  • Must be willing to travel

Consultant: Anna-Belle Ehrke ...