Agro-environmental Expert - Synagri

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Agro-environmental Expert

Sainte-Élisabeth, QC

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Job Description

KEY POINTS

Required Skills: Minimum of 2 years of experience in preparing Agro-Environmental Plans (PAEF), Diploma in an agricultural field (DEC or Bachelor’s degree), Availability for occasional on-farm visits in the Lanaudière region

Schedule: Permanent hybrid position, 40 hours per week, with overtime during peak season

Work Environment: Regulated products, risks related to road conditions

WHO ARE WE?

Recognized for our high-quality products and services, at Synagri we offer more than just agricultural inputs, we grow careers in a workplace where people have been at the heart of decisions for nearly 60 years.

Are you looking for a culture that values autonomy and innovation?
Here, your ideas truly matter. We recognize your expertise, and you can make a real difference within a thriving Quebec-based company.

With 200 permanent employees (up to 350 during peak season) and sustainable teams, we are proud to help farmers improve their performance.

Apply now to grow a rewarding career with Synagri!

JOIN OUR TEAM!

YOUR FUTURE CHALLENGES

Reporting to the Director of Innovation & Agronomic Services, the Agro-Environmental Expert supports producers in regulatory compliance, provides technical recommendations, and assists in the implementation of sustainable agri-environmental practices, while contributing to agronomic services and precision agriculture.

MORE SPECIFICALLY, YOUR MAIN CHALLENGES WILL BE TO:

  • Field preparation of manure piles and follow-ups
  • Manure characterization (weighing, data entry, analyses, and reporting)
  • Delineation of flood-prone areas
  • Grant applications (equipment, cover crops, windbreak hedges, etc.)
  • Preparation of Agri-Environmental Plans (PAEF)
  • Farm planning
  • Riparian buffer protection plans
  • Updating electronic field notebooks
  • Producing and maintaining pesticide records
  • Managing plots, side-by-side trials, and various experiments (planting, harvest monitoring, and weighing)
  • Crop protection plans
  • Crop program preparation
  • Soil profiling
  • Equipment calibration at clients’ sites (seeder, sprayer)
  • Field soil sampling
  • Preparation of GPS-based sampling strategies
  • Variable rate application files (lime correction, potash, seeding, N-P-K, crop maintenance)
  • Production cost reports
  • Agronomic intelligence reports
  • Management of GPS operations (samplers, contract work, etc.)
  • Participation in weekly meetings
  • Participation in producer days
  • Participation in basic and ongoing training as well as company events

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

  • Has a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience
  • Holds a diploma (DEC) or Bachelor’s degree in the agricultural field
  • Is rigorous and detail-oriented
  • Possesses strong analytical and synthesis skills

WHAT IS THE MANAGER LIKE?

Christopher is a manager who promotes autonomy. Friendly and approachable, he enjoys sharing his knowledge to support the professional development of his team members.

WHAT YOU GAIN BY JOINING US

  • You’ll join a human-scale and agile company where innovation and efficiency are part of daily life

  • You’ll benefit from training and coaching tailored to your development needs

  • We invest energy to help you make your mark and bring your ideas to life

  • You’ll be part of a company that truly lives its values: Responsibility, Teamwork, Expertise, and Customer Focus

  • You’ll grow in an environment that fosters harmony, joy, and collaboration

  • A safe environment that promotes teamwork, accountability, customer care, and know-how

  • You’ll join an organization that takes care of its people and offers varied and engaging activities throughout the year

  • Your expertise and know-how are valued and placed at the heart of our daily actions

Grow a rewarding career with Synagri!

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