HARVESTING TECHNICIAN

The Harvesting Technician is responsible to supervise the day-to-day activities of the harvesting operation. The position entails overseeing all activities related to harvesting cane: from the burning of fields, loading of trucks and the delivery of the cane to the factory. Harvesting operation includes mechanize and manual cutting of cane. The incumbent will be responsible of keeping records of all harvesting activities and PPE’s issued to all employees.

 Qualifications and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture Science or related field

  • At least 5 years’ experience in farming (particular experience in sugar cane would be an asset)

  • Must have valid driver's license and an acceptable, safe driving record, and driving habit

 Skills and Competencies: 

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills

  • Capable of using computer systems

  • Ability to collaborate with employees, to work with large groups of employees

  • Must be a team player with impeccable honesty and integrity

  • Be able to motivate others and be proactive

  • Maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality

  • Strong organizational skills

  • Knowledge of precise agriculture and Drone technology applicable in mechanized harvesting of sugarcane.

  • Excellent leadership skills is required

 Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Prepare weekly harvesting program and reports

  • Ensure the implementation of the Standard Operating Procedures of each activity within the harvesting department

  • Supervise all personnel involved in the harvesting operation: field workers, tractor operators and harvester operators

  • Report unsafe and unethical practices to Agronomist- Harvesting Supervisor

  • Promote health and safety in the workplace. Report and log all accidents that happens during the operation

  • Conduct any other task given to him by the Agronomist- Harvesting and head of department

Letters of application accompanied by a Résumé, Police Record, two reference letters and copies of recent transcript should be submitted to: 

 Sr. Human Resources Manager

P.O. Box 29, Tower Hill, Orange Walk

Or email

HR.Belize@asr-group.com

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION FORM AND ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS NOVEMBER 8, 2024.