RESEARCH TECHNICIAN - LABORATORY INSTRUMENTATION TECHNICIAN

Responsibilities

• Installs, calibrates, maintains, inspects and services / repairs instrumentation used in agricultural production measurement in the lab, field and glasshouses.
• Conduct field / lab / glasshouse tests and experiments to evaluate crop performance, soil conditions, and equipment efficiency.
• Plans and coordinates own work activities aligned with project plans.
• Supervises allocated HR resources.
• Assists in managing project budgets and adheres to financial controls.
• Conducts research support, diagnostics, and other services under supervision.
• Renders technical services and optimizes equipment / processes / systems.
• Provides input into the optimization of new technologies.
• Collects, captures, and processes data with basic analysis.
• Provides verbal and written reports on activities and results.
• Presents findings to stakeholders (including training / advisory roles).
• Adheres to quality standards.
• Complies with SHE / OHS regulations and procedures.
• Evidence of contributions to publications or presentations (e.g., farmers' days).
• Demonstrates measurable outcomes and project impact.
• Support capacity development and training of junior staff.

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