Introduction

Niagara, Ontario, Canada (On-site) OR Leamington, Ontario, Canada

What are you going to do 

Responsibilities

Field & Crop Monitoring

  • Conduct regular greenhouse inspections to monitor pest, disease, and beneficial insect activity.
  • Identify pest species and life stages using field guides, keys, and microscopes.
  • Assess crop health and evaluate potential pest impact.
  • Map scouting data and produce detailed reports for growers.

IPM Strategy Development

  • Develop tailored IPM programs based on grower needs and crop conditions.
  • Recommend biological control agents, cultural practices, and non‑chemical solutions.
  • Interpret data from IPM Scouts and translate findings into financial risk assessments.
  • Forecast biological control needs for clients.

Grower Support & Training

  • Provide training to growers and staff on IPM practices and beneficial insect use.
  • Conduct on‑site demonstrations, workshops, and educational sessions.
  • Offer ongoing support to ensure successful implementation of IPM strategies.
  • Meet weekly with growers and IPM leads to review progress and challenges.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

  • Work closely with R&D teams to stay updated on new pest management solutions.
  • Assist with trials conducted at greenhouse facilities.
  • Participate in industry events and networking opportunities.
  • Track infestations back to their source and recommend remediation practices.

Relationship Building

  • Build strong rapport with Head Growers, Assistant Growers, IPM Managers, and Scouts.
  • Communicate preventative measures such as banker plants, trap plants, conservation strategies, and biocontainment.
  • Support growers in making financially sound decisions regarding pest management.

Essential skills and knowledge

Requirements

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Entomology, Plant Science, Agronomy, or related field.
  • Minimum 6 years of experience in pest management, IPM leadership, or greenhouse production.
  • Proficiency with microscopes and diagnostic tools for pest identification.
  • Strong understanding of IPM principles and biological control.
  • Ability to identify greenhouse pests and beneficial insects across life stages.
  • Knowledge of fertilizers, pesticide impacts, and sublethal effects on biologicals.
  • Understanding of crop health, pest dynamics, and financial implications of pest issues.
  • Ability to calculate biological release rates based on pest/biological reproduction and environmental conditions.
  • High attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data reporting tools.
  • Ability to build rapport with growers, IPM teams, and greenhouse leadership.
  • Valid driver's license and willingness to travel.

What we offer 

What We Offer

Why apply through Brunel? Finding the next step in your career can be a fulltime job in itself. We manage the process for you: from submitting your resume to coordinating interviews to extending offers and assisting with on-boarding. We'll get you going while you get on with the job.

About Us

Brunel has a reputation for working with some of the best in the business. That's what we continually strive for. Over 45 years, we've created a global network of interesting clients and talented individuals working together through a vast array of services.

Closing: 03 May 2026

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Process of your application

Application process & contact

We will now begin examining your application: We will take a close look at your application documents and ask you for additional information if necessary. If your qualifications match our requirements, we will invite you to meet us for the first time.

Project discussion with our customer

If the introductory meeting goes well for you and us, we will arrange a meeting with the customer who has the perfect project for you. This gives you the opportunity to find out more about the customer and the project.

The decision

If you enjoyed the project discussion and the customer is also convinced of your expertise, we will ask you the final and decisive question: Do you want to get started at Brunel?

Introductory conversation with Brunel

In an introductory meeting, we would like to find out more about your interests, ambitions and professional developments. At the same time, we report on working at Brunel and provide information about all career opportunities and prospects.

Welcome to Brunel

Now great times are beginning! With Brunel you have countless opportunities to help shape technological progress. You decide how your career path goes. We support you in every phase of your career. You always have security behind you: Brunel!