Irrigation Systems Engineer - Water Efficiency Field Tech

Placements24; Riverton (UT); Vor Ort; USD 18.000 - 36.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Company vehicle for work-relatedtravel

Training and professional development

Tools and equipment provided

Competitive salary and overtime

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Upington, South Africa is seeking an Irrigation Systems Specialist to design, install, maintain, and optimize irrigation systems for efficient water use and high crop health. You will assess farm needs, recommend technologies, and support farmers in arid environments.

This hands-on role requires a technical background in agricultural/civil engineering or agronomy, field-ready problem solving, and the ability to work across equipment types while ensuring regulatory compliance and

Qualifikationen

• Strong knowledge of water management principles, hydraulics, and irrigation equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Experience with troubleshooting mechanical and electrical components of irrigation systems.

Aufgaben

• Design and plan irrigation systems tailored to crop needs, soil types, and topography.
• Oversee installation and commissioning of irrigation systems (drip, sprinkler, pivot).
• Conduct regular inspections and maintenance of irrigation infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot and repair irrigation system malfunctions, minimizing downtime.
• Advise farmers on efficient water use and irrigation scheduling.
• Evaluate new irrigation technologies and upgrades.
• Maintain records of designs, maintenance, and water usage.

Kenntnisse

water management

hydraulics

irrigation equipment

troubleshooting

field communication

Ausbildung

Agricultural Engineering

Civil Engineering

Agronomy

Tools

Technical drawings

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 in Upington, South Africa is seeking an Irrigation Systems Specialist to design, install, maintain, and optimize irrigation systems for efficient water use and high crop health. You will assess farm needs, recommend technologies, and support farmers in arid environments.

This hands-on role requires a technical background in agricultural/civil engineering or agronomy, field-ready problem solving, and the ability to work across equipment types while ensuring regulatory compliance and