Irrigation Systems Technician – Precision Watering & Fertigation

Place UK Ltd; Tunstead; Remote; GBP 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Place UK Ltd is seeking an Irrigation Specialist to install, operate and monitor irrigation systems across plantations. You will ensure nutrients and water are delivered per plan, and that measurement systems are accurate and compliant with standards.

You will monitor moisture, pH, EC and run-off, maintain records and supervise small teams when required, in a safe working environment and in line with food safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience with installation and maintenance of irrigation systems.
• Ability to interpret and implement irrigation plans.
• Knowledge of water management and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Install irrigation to a plan prior to planting.
• Apply nutrients and water to an agreed plan.
• Manage daily irrigation and fertigation to optimum level.
• Monitor substrate moisture, pH, EC and run-off levels.
• Monitor soil moisture levels.
• Keep records of water and fertiliser use.
• Keep within irrigation licenses and maintain records.
• Discuss new field layouts with Farm Managers and Irrigation Manager.

Skills

Irrigation systems

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Plant irrigation planning

Job description

Place UK Ltd is seeking an Irrigation Specialist to install, operate and monitor irrigation systems across plantations. You will ensure nutrients and water are delivered per plan, and that measurement systems are accurate and compliant with standards.

You will monitor moisture, pH, EC and run-off, maintain records and supervise small teams when required, in a safe working environment and in line with food safety standards.