Job Description
We are Hiring
Senior Executive - Agronomy (Embilipitya)
Nelna is a diversified and rapidly expanding business venture especially leading in Agro-products. All its products have established a reputation for quality and the company always strives for excellence by offering the best for valued consumers and employees in the organization.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
- Assist in planning and implementing all agronomic operations including land preparation, planting, fertilization, irrigation, pruning, pest & disease control, and weed management.
- Monitor crop growth stages and ensure timely execution of field activities as per the approved agronomy calendar.
- Ensure proper application of fertilizers, agrochemicals, and other inputs in compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Conduct regular field visits to evaluate plant health, soil conditions, and water management practices.
- Collect field data, maintain agronomic records, and support decision-making through data analysis.
- Coordinate with R&D teams or external agronomists for trials, new techniques, and variety evaluations.
- Supervise and guide field supervisors, team leaders, and labor teams on daily operations.
- Ensure compliance with GLOBAL GAP, Sedex, SMETA, and internal SOPs.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree/ Diploma or equivalent qualification in Agriculture / Agronomy / Plantation Management.
- 2–4 years of experience in plantation/agronomy operations, preferably in fruit crops or orchard management.
- Data-driven approach with proficiency in MS Office.
Please forward your comprehensive resume with a recent photograph along with the names and contact details of two non-related referees within 14 days of this advertisement. You are requested to mention the position applied in the subject line of the email.
Nelna Agri Development (Pvt) Ltd
No. 558, Avissawella Road, Pahala Bomiriya, Kaduwela.
careers.nad@nelna.lk