Agricultural Technician - Remote Data Monitoring

Placements24; Graafwater; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work

Training in AgTech

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Agricultural Technician to specialize in Remote Data Monitoring. This fully remote role is based in South Africa and supports sensors and IoT systems on client farms, delivering data-driven insights for agriculture and forestry operations.

The position is entry to mid-level, requiring 1–3 years in agricultural operations or technical support, and a solid grounding in agricultural practices and data acquisition. Remote work and ongoing AgTech training are offered.

Qualifications

• National Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Technology, or related technical field in Agriculture & Forestry.
• 1–3 years of experience in agricultural operations or technical support, preferably with data monitoring or farm management systems.
• Basic understanding of agricultural practices, crop science and environmental monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Monitor data streams from agricultural sensors (soil moisture, weather stations, irrigation systems, etc.).
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of incoming data.
• Identify and troubleshoot data anomalies or system malfunctions, escalating complex issues as needed.
• Perform routine data quality checks and remote system performance assessments.
• Generate basic reports on data trends, system status and potential issues for senior staff.
• Assist in calibration and configuration of remote sensing equipment and IoT devices.
• Maintain organized records of monitoring activities and system logs.
• Respond to alerts from monitoring systems in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with technical support to resolve hardware and software issues.
• Support implementation and deployment of new monitoring technologies.

Skills

Data monitoring

Remote work

Analytical thinking

Time management

Communication (written)

Education

Diploma or Degree in Agriculture/AgTech

Tools

IoT devices

Data acquisition systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing AgTech company, is seeking a diligent Agricultural Technician to specialize in Remote Data Monitoring. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute your technical skills from anywhere in South Africa. The role involves monitoring and analyzing data from various agricultural sensors and systems deployed on client farms. You will be responsible for ensuring data accuracy, identifying anomalies, and providing initial assessments to the senior agronomy team. This position requires a strong understanding of agricultural principles, excellent technical aptitude, and the ability to work independently in a remote setting. You will play a critical role in supporting the company's mission to provide data-driven insights for optimizing Agriculture & Forestry operations. This is an ideal entry to mid-level technical role for someone passionate about agricultural technology and remote work, based in or near Paarl, Western Cape, ZA or any other remote location.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor data streams from a variety of agricultural sensors (soil moisture, weather stations, irrigation systems, etc.).
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of incoming agricultural data.
• Identify and troubleshoot data anomalies or system malfunctions, escalating complex issues as needed.
• Perform routine data quality checks and system performance assessments remotely.
• Generate basic reports on data trends, system status, and potential issues for review by senior staff.
• Assist in the calibration and configuration of remote sensing equipment and IoT devices.
• Maintain organized records of data monitoring activities and system logs.
• Respond to alerts and notifications from the monitoring systems in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with the technical support team to resolve hardware and software issues.
• Provide support for the implementation and deployment of new monitoring technologies.

Requirements

• A National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Technology, or a related technical field within Agriculture & Forestry.
• 1-3 years of experience in agricultural operations or technical support, preferably with exposure to data monitoring or farm management systems.
• Basic understanding of agricultural practices, crop science, and environmental monitoring.
• Familiarity with sensors, IoT devices, and data acquisition systems is a strong advantage.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data handling.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work methodically.
• Effective communication skills, particularly in a remote or written context.
• Proven ability to manage time effectively and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in using standard office software and data analysis tools.
• Must be legally authorized to work in South Africa.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level to mid-level salary.
• Fully remote work arrangement providing flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunities for training in advanced AgTech and data analysis.
• Gain valuable experience in the rapidly evolving Agriculture & Forestry technology sector.
• Contribute to innovative solutions for modern farming.
• Supportive remote team environment.
• Clear career progression pathways within the company.
• Exposure to diverse agricultural applications across South Africa.