Precision Agriculture Specialist

Placements24; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent salary package with bonuses

Latest advancements in agricultural-科技

Comprehensive health and wellness

Continuous training and development

Dynamic and innovative work env.

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting a forward-thinking agricultural technology company in Randburg to hire a Precision Agriculture Specialist. The role combines on-field hybrid work with remote data interpretation, focusing on GPS guidance, variable rate application, drone technology, and data analysis to optimize crop production and resource use.

You will collaborate with farmers, train staff on precision ag tools, troubleshoot field hardware/software, and help implement cutting-edge farming solutions

Qualifications

• Degree in Agricultural Engineering, Agronomy, Geomatics, or related field.
• Proven experience with precision farming tech, data analysis and farm software.
• Proficiency with drones, sensors, and GPS data interpretation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; translate data to practical advice.
• Excellent communication and training abilities; hybrid work setup.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage precision agriculture systems (GPS, auto-steer, VRT).
• Operate drones and sensors for data collection.
• Analyze yield maps, soil data, imagery to provide actionable insights.
• Train farmers and staff on precision ag technologies and software.
• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues in the field and remotely.

Skills

Precision farming

Data analysis

Hybrid work

Training & communication

Education

Degree in Agricultural Engineering/Agronomy/Geomatics

Tools

Drones

Sensors

GPS Equipment

Farm management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking agricultural technology company, is seeking a highly skilled Precision Agriculture Specialist to join their team in Randburg . This role involves implementing and managing cutting-edge technologies on farms to optimize crop production, resource management, and overall efficiency. You will work closely with farmers, providing technical expertise on GPS guidance, variable rate application, drone technology, and data analysis. This hybrid position combines on-site field work with remote data interpretation and client support, driving innovation in modern farming practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and manage precision agriculture systems, including GPS guidance, auto-steer, and variable rate technology.
• Operate and maintain specialized agricultural equipment, such as drones and sensors, for data collection.
• Analyze farm data (yield maps, soil data, imagery) to provide actionable insights and recommendations to farmers.
• Train farmers and farm staff on the use of precision agriculture technologies and software.
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to hardware and software in the field and remotely.

Requirements

• Degree in Agricultural Engineering, Agronomy, Geomatics, or a related technical field.
• Proven experience with precision farming technologies, data analysis, and farm management software.
• Proficiency in operating and interpreting data from drones, sensors, and GPS equipment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex data into practical advice.
• Excellent communication and training skills, comfortable working in a hybrid capacity.

Benefits

• Excellent salary package with performance-related bonuses.
• Opportunity to work with the latest advancements in agricultural technology.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Continuous training and professional development in a rapidly evolving field.
• A dynamic and innovative work environment contributing to the future of agriculture.