Support canola breeding programs in Ardrossan through field trials, crop monitoring, and data collection. This one-year contract requires agricultural knowledge and adaptability.

As a Canola Operations Specialist, you will support local and global breeding programs from seeding through harvest. Your work will include variety development, research plot maintenance, pest management, pollination, and crop health monitoring. You will also collaborate with teammates and supervise casual employees when required.

Key Responsibilities:

- Support field trials for local and global breeding programs
- Prepare seed and land for research plots
- Manage pests, pollination, and plot maintenance activities
- Monitor crop health and collect field data
- Support parental development and harvesting activities

Requirements:

- Agriculture degree or diploma, including recent graduates
- Solid agricultural or farming background
- Interest in canola development and breeding
- Adaptability and field-based problem-solving skills
- Valid Canadian Class 5 driver's licence

Apply agricultural expertise, crop monitoring, and field trial skills to canola development work in Ardrossan, Alberta.

📌 Canola Field Trials Specialist (Ardrossan)
🏢 Kelly Services
📍 Ardrossan