Agricultural Technician

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Overtime pay

On-the-job training

Career development in Rustenburg

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg is seeking an Agricultural Technician to support crop production, soil management, and machinery maintenance on our client's farm. The role offers hands-on experience in a key agricultural region and opportunities to work with advanced farming technologies.

You will operate tractors and irrigation systems, collect soil and plant data, and assist agronomists and farm managers with planting, fertilizing, and pest control programs.

Qualifications

• Diploma or certificate in Agricultural Science or a related technical field.
• Hands-on experience with agricultural equipment.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Good record-keeping and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain agricultural machinery.
• Assist planting, fertilizing, and pest control programs.
• Collect soil and plant samples for analysis.
• Monitor crop growth and report observations.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and repairs on farm equipment.

Skills

Machinery operation

Field data collection

Outdoor work

Record keeping

Education

Diploma in Agricultural Science

Certificate in related technical field

Tools

Agricultural machinery

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled Agricultural Technician to support their operations in Rustenburg . In this role, you will provide essential technical assistance for crop production and soil management, working closely with agronomists and farm managers. You will be responsible for operating and maintaining agricultural machinery, conducting field tests, and collecting data that is vital for improving farm efficiency and yield. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a key agricultural region and contribute to the adoption of advanced farming technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain agricultural machinery, including tractors, harvesters, and irrigation systems.
• Assist in the implementation of planting, fertilizing, and pest control programs.
• Collect soil and plant samples for laboratory analysis.
• Monitor crop growth and health, reporting observations and data to supervisors.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and repairs on farm equipment.

Requirements

• Diploma or certificate in Agricultural Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Hands-on experience with agricultural equipment and machinery.
• Basic understanding of crop science and soil management principles.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and good record-keeping skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for overtime pay.
• Exposure to a variety of modern agricultural techniques and technologies.
• Opportunities for on-the-job training and skill development in Rustenburg .
• Contribution to the agricultural sector of the North West province.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.