Asset Integrity Manager

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level salary with bonus

Fully remote position

Executive health benefits

Retirement planning

Home office allowance

Travel & professional development

Sandton-linked operations flexibility

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a seasoned Remote Farm Technology Integration Manager to lead the strategic deployment of IoT, AI, and data platforms across agricultural operations from a remote setting.

You will drive the integration strategy, oversee data management and partner collaboration, and guide teams to improve efficiency and profitability in a large-scale farming environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field and relevant leadership experience.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in agricultural technology or IT management.
• Proven track record delivering complex tech solutions at scale.
• Deep understanding of IoT, AI, analytics, cloud and automation in agriculture.
• Strong PM, communication and remote leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategy for integrating digital technologies in agriculture.
• Evaluate and implement farm tech solutions ensuring interoperability.
• Oversee data flow and data management for analytics and access.
• Provide remote guidance to operational teams on integrated tech usage.
• Collaborate with tech providers, researchers and farm managers to drive innovation.

Skills

IoT

AI

Data analytics

Cloud computing

Automation

Project management

Remote leadership

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Agricultural Engineering

Master's degree in Computer Science

Master's degree in Information Systems

Job description

Remote Farm Technology Integration Manager

Our client is seeking an experienced and visionary Remote Farm Technology Integration Manager to lead the strategic implementation and seamless integration of various technologies across their agricultural operations, serving the Sandton, Gauteng region. This critical remote role involves overseeing the adoption of digital farming solutions, from IoT devices and automated machinery to data management platforms and AI-driven analytics. You will be responsible for ensuring that these technologies work harmoniously to enhance farm efficiency, sustainability, and profitability. This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned technology leader in agriculture to shape the future of farming from a remote setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy for the integration of digital technologies in agriculture.
• Evaluate, select, and implement new farm technology solutions, ensuring compatibility and interoperability.
• Oversee the data flow and management systems, ensuring data integrity and accessibility for analysis.
• Provide remote guidance and support to operational teams on the effective use of integrated technologies.
• Collaborate with technology providers, researchers, and farm management to drive innovation and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• A Master's degree in Agricultural Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in agricultural technology, systems integration, or IT management within the agricultural sector.
• Proven track record of successfully implementing and managing complex technology solutions in large-scale operations.
• Deep understanding of IoT, AI, data analytics, cloud computing, and automation in agriculture.
• Exceptional project management, communication, and remote leadership skills.

Benefits

• An executive-level annual salary with significant bonus potential.
• Fully remote position, offering ultimate flexibility in work location.
• Comprehensive executive health benefits and retirement planning.
• Allowance for home office, travel, and professional development.
• Opportunity to pioneer the integration of future farming technologies remotely for operations linked to Sandton .