Irrigation Engineer(Water Management Engineer )

SHARJAH AGRICULTURAL AND LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION EST (EKTIFA); Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural company in Sharjah seeks a highly skilled Irrigation Engineer to manage advanced irrigation systems. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical knowledge and experience in irrigation management, ensuring optimal functionality and efficiency across large-scale operations. Responsibilities include managing systems, troubleshooting, and utilizing smart technologies for data-driven irrigation solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in irrigation management.
• Proven expertise in irrigation machines operation and maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of irrigation automation and smart farming tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain center pivot irrigation systems and pumping stations.
• Conduct continuous data monitoring and analysis to optimize performance.
• Prepare and submit daily and weekly reports to the Farm Manager.

Skills

Irrigation management

Technical knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Tools

Valmont irrigation machines

AgSense

Valley 365

IrriWatch by Hydrosat

Job description

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Irrigation Engineer (Water Management Engineer) to manage and maintain advanced irrigation systems, including center pivot systems and pump stations, across large-scale agricultural operations. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge of irrigation infrastructure, data-driven monitoring tools, and a proactive approach to maintenance and optimization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain center pivot irrigation systems and pumping stations, ensuring optimal functionality.
• Operate and troubleshoot Valmont irrigation machines, including preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Use smart irrigation technologies such as AgSense, Valley 365, Valley Schedule by Prospera, and IrriWatch by Hydrosat to monitor and control irrigation systems.
• Calibrate and manage water flow meters, transducers, PLC-based control systems, soil moisture sensors, weather stations, and underground irrigation networks.
• Conduct continuous 24/7 data monitoring and analysis using Valley Insights to optimize performance and automation of pivots and pumps.
• Develop and follow comprehensive maintenance plans (daily, weekly, and annually) for irrigation systems.
• Analyze irrigation and sensor data to identify trends and improve system efficiency.
• Prepare and submit daily and weekly reports to the Farm Manager.
• Ensure accurate calibration and operation of water ponds, pump stations, and underground pipe networks.
• Maintain strong documentation, system logs, and performance records

Desired Candidate Profile

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in irrigation management with pivot systems and pumps in large-scale farming operations.
• Proven expertise in irrigation machines – both in operation and maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of irrigation automation, smart farming tools, and remote monitoring systems.
• Fluency in English is required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently with high accountability and time management.
• Experience in using digital tools to monitor environmental conditions and adjust irrigation strategies accordingly.

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