Chinese Translator (2)

Job description

Our client, specialized in large-scale cultivation of staple crops (corn, wheat) and cash crops is looking for Chinese Translators to join their team.

Purpose of the Role

The Chinese Translator supports effective communication between Chinese-speaking and English-speaking stakeholders within the company. The role ensures accurate translation and interpretation of technical agricultural information, operational instructions, business documents, and communication during meetings, field operations, and supply chain engagements.

Key Responsibilities

Translation & Interpretation

Provide accurate written translation of documents such as contracts, production reports, manuals, agricultural guides, purchase orders, quality control reports, and compliance documents.
Offer real-time verbal interpretation during meetings, field visits, trainings, and engagements between Chinese and English-speaking staff.
Translate agricultural technical terminology clearly and effectively.

Communication Support

Facilitate smooth communication between Chinese experts, agronomists, managers, and local staff.
Interpret instructions from Chinese supervisors to local employees on farming processes, production targets, equipment use, and safety guidelines.
Assist in communicating feedback, concerns, and operational updates between teams.

Administrative & Operational Assistance

Support Chinese staff with basic administrative tasks (documentation, reporting, scheduling).
Assist in preparing bilingual documents and presentations as required by management.
Participate in field operations, ensuring accurate communication related to crop management, production, and logistics.

Cross-Cultural Support

Help bridge cultural differences to enhance teamwork and reduce misunderstandings.
Provide guidance to local staff on working effectively with Chinese colleagues and vice versa.
Support orientation for new Chinese staff joining the organisation.

Compliance & Record Management

Maintain confidentiality and accuracy when handling sensitive business information.
Keep updated records of translated documents and communications.
Ensure translation quality meets internal standards and regulatory expectations when required.

Qualifications and Experience

Degree in Translation, Linguistics, Communication, Agriculture, Business Administration, or related field.
Proven fluency in Mandarin (spoken and written) and English.
Minimum of 2–3 years’ translation experience (experience in agriculture or manufacturing is an added advantage).
Ability to understand and translate technical agricultural terminology (crop production, irrigation, livestock, equipment, fertilizers, etc.).
Proficiency in computer tools such as Microsoft Office.
Chinese language certification (e.g., HSK Level 4 or higher) is an added advantage.

Key Competencies

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality.
Ability to work in fast-paced field and factory environments.
Good understanding of agricultural processes or willingness to learn.
Cultural sensitivity and professionalism in cross-cultural interactions.
Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines.

How to apply

Send your application to skyrocklabourconsultants@gmail.com. Kindly indicate the position in the subject line.