About the role#
This position supports the Agricultural Solutions team in Headingley, Manitoba. You will contribute to canola breeding programs, focusing on variety development and registration. The role involves hands-on field work and data collection, with opportunities to work both independently and as part of a team.
What you'll do#
- Support local and global field trials to help develop high-performing hybrids.
- Manage variety development tasks from seeding through harvest, including land preparation, pest control, pollination management, and plot maintenance.
- Monitor crop health daily and collect research data.
- Supervise casual employees when needed.
- Adapt to changing field conditions and modify plans to ensure project goals are met.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an Agriculture degree or diploma program, or graduation within the last two years.
- A valid driver's license.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work toward individual and team targets.
- An interest in canola development.
- Experience in the agriculture industry or with farm machinery is helpful but not required.
- A Class 3 driver's license is considered an asset.
Location & details#
- Location: Headingley, Manitoba.
- Term: Summer 2027 (4 to 8 months).
- Modality: On-site, full-time.
- Compensation: $25 to $32 per hour, with overtime pay for evenings or weekends during peak periods.
- Note: This position is hired through a third-party contracting agency.
About BASF
BASF is a chemical manufacturing company founded in 1865. Based in Ludwigshafen, the firm operates as a public company with over 10,000 employees. It maintains a diverse portfolio across sectors including chemicals, materials, industrial solutions, and nutrition. The business provides products for agricultural solutions and surface technologies.
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