About Us:Muirs is a proudly Australian-owned fourth-generation family business that delivers best-in-class products, services, and expertise to help local agribusinesses grow and flourish.
Through our national network of specialist staff, we create value for growers by improving farming efficiency, profitability, and sustainability so that the next generation can continue to Grow forwardTM.
About the Role:
We are seeking a motivated Sales Agronomist, to be based in the Mareeba region.
You should be skilled at identifying pests, disease and weeds in crops and recommending solutions.
Understanding of nutrition programs and accreditation with appropriate reef nutrition requirements an advantage.
Hands-on specific training will be provided, but you will need a solid foundation on which to build.
Reporting to the Branch Manager, you will be servicing both existing and prospective customers.
Key areas of responsibility will include:
Developing strong relationships with new and existing clients to grow the business
Working closely and collaboratively as One Team, with other members of the team locally and nationally
Pest and disease scouting on farms
Provide high-quality advice to the client base to support their business objectives.
Be part of an energetic team of people who are highly focused on the success of their customers
Sales of required inputs to the customer base
Develop pest and weed control programs
Collect and analyse leaf and soil samples
Skills & Experience
A tertiary qualification in Agriculture, Agronomy, Horticulture or related field
Accredited with appropriate reef nutrition requirements an advantage.
A passion for Horticulture with an entrepreneurial mindset
Good presentation, communication, and relationship-building skills
Excellent customer service skills with the ability and willingness to build relationships with key stakeholders are essential to your success in this role
Relevant computer skills across the Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook
A current driver's licence is essential
Grow ForwardTM with Muirs
A competitive salary package that includes a motor vehicle
Long-term career potential within a privately owned company
Recognition through various employee award initiatives
Company Paid parental leave
An Employee Assistance Program which incorporates a tailored well-being initiative
All applications to apply via Seek (only applicants selected for interview will be contacted)
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