Agronomist

Job Title

Department

Location

Reporting To

Position Overview

We are seeking a qualified and proactive Agriculture Officer to oversee the agricultural

drone spraying operations in different districts of Gujarat. The officer will be responsible for

managing field operations, ensuring appropriate agrochemical/nutrient application based

on crop needs, and serving as a liaison between farmers and the company. The role

demands agronomic expertise, strong communication skills, and a hands-on approach to

ensure timely and effective project execution.

Key Responsibilities

1. Field Operations & Supervision

• Supervise drone pilots, helpers, and technical teams during spray operations.
• Monitor real-time field activity and ensure proper and safe execution of

drone spraying.

2. Crop Advisory & Input Management

• Assess crop types and identify appropriate plant protection chemicals,

nutrients, or biostimulants.

• Discuss with farmers to understand field conditions, disease/pest issues, and

growth stages.

• Recommend and instruct the drone team on the exact inputs, dosage, and

area for spraying.

3. Farmer Interaction & Support

• Act as the primary point of contact for farmers receiving drone services.
• Provide advisory support on crop health, disease prevention, nutrient

application, and other agronomic issues.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with the farming community.

4. Project Monitoring & Reporting

• Ensure the project is implemented according to the plan, timeline, and

quality standards.

• Maintain records of fields covered, inputs used, farmer feedback, and field

performance.

• Report daily progress and issues to the central operations team.

5. Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure proper documentation is collected (farmer details, government forms,

signed service receipts).

• Coordinate with local agriculture officials and adhere to government norms

during spray operations.

6. Additional Duties

• Perform any additional project-related or administrative duties as assigned

by the company.

• Support in training new staff or pilots on agri-input use and field

management if required.

Qualifications & Skills Required

Educational Qualification

related field.

Experience

operations. Experience with drone-based services is an added advantage.

Technical Knowledge

• Familiarity with crop protection chemicals and plant nutrition.
• Understanding of drone operations, GPS-based mapping, and precision

agriculture (preferred).

Skills

• Strong communication and farmer-interaction skills.
• Good organizational, reporting, and coordination abilities.
• Ability to travel extensively and stay in assigned districts during project

phases.

Employment Type

Remuneration