Canola Operations Specialist

Location: Hwy 16, Ardrossan, AB T8E 2L4

Pay: $32 per hour

Contract: 1 year

Interview: In-person interview required

About the role

Support local and global canola breeding programs by carrying out field trials and crop development activities. You’ll help develop hybrids that deliver solid returns for growers, from seeding through harvest. The work involves a mix of field operations, crop monitoring, data collection, and collaboration with a team.

Key responsibilities

- Support field trials for local and global breeding programs.
- Assist with variety development and registration activities from seeding to harvest.
- Prepare seed and land, seed plots, manage pests and pollination, and maintain research plots.
- Support parental development and harvesting activities.
- Monitor field and research plots, identify crop health issues, and collect data.
- Supervise casual employees as required.




- Work independently or as part of a team, depending on the task.

Qualifications

- Degree or diploma in Agriculture or a related field; recent graduates are welcome.
- Strong agricultural or farming background.
- Interest in canola development and breeding.
- Problem‑solving skills and the ability to adapt plans as field conditions change.
- Demonstrated leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to contribute to individual and team goals.
- Valid Canadian Class 5 driver’s licence.
- Previous agriculture industry experience is an asset, but not required.
- Farm or machinery experience is an asset. Equipment skills can also be developed on the job; mechanical or equipment maintenance knowledge is an advantage.

📌 Canola Operations Specialist (Canada)
🏢 MyKelly
📍 Canada