Agricultural Technician: Precision Ag & Field Innovation

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Training on new technologies

State-of-the-art equipment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Agricultural Technician to support diverse farming operations near Cape Town. You will assist in implementing advanced agricultural technologies, troubleshoot equipment, and collect data to inform decisions.

Work with agronomists and farm managers to improve efficiency and sustainability in crop production. The role emphasizes hands-on use of precision agriculture tools, data-driven decisions, and contributing to state-of-the-art farming practices in the Western

Qualifications

• Experience as Agricultural Technician or related technical field.
• Ability to operate and maintain agricultural machinery.
• Understanding of crop science, soil health and pest management.
• Experience with precision agriculture technologies is a plus.
• Able to perform physically demanding tasks in varying weather.
• Good record-keeping and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain tractors, harvesters, and precision farming equipment.
• Assist in application of fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides per protocols.
• Conduct soil and crop sampling and analysis to monitor health.
• Monitor irrigation systems and ensure optimal water usage.
• Collect and record data on crop growth, weather, and pests.
• Implement and manage technologies such as GPS, drones, and automated systems.

Skills

Agricultural machinery operation

Soil health basics & pest management

Data collection & record-keeping

Physical stamina

Tools

GPS guidance systems

Drone surveys

Irrigation monitoring equipment

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Agricultural Technician to support diverse farming operations near Cape Town. You will assist in implementing advanced agricultural technologies, troubleshoot equipment, and collect data to inform decisions.

Work with agronomists and farm managers to improve efficiency and sustainability in crop production. The role emphasizes hands-on use of precision agriculture tools, data-driven decisions, and contributing to state-of-the-art farming practices in the Western