Farm Mechanization Specialist: Advanced Equipment & Training

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Advanced training programs

Tools provided

Health and safety benefits

State-of-the-art machinery in Rusten b

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg, North West, South Africa, seeks a Farm Mechanization Specialist to oversee maintenance, repair and optimal deployment of all farm machinery. You will drive efficient equipment utilization and advise on new technology adoption.

The role requires strong mechanical aptitude and knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and GPS-guided systems. Training operators and managing parts complete the scope.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in agricultural mechanization roles.
• Knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
• Experience with GPS-guided farming and precision agriculture.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance, servicing, and repair of farm tractors, harvesters, planters and other machinery.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues promptly.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules.
• Advise on acquisition and implementation of new machinery and technologies.
• Train farm operators on safe and efficient equipment use.
• Manage spare parts inventory and cost-effective procurement.

Skills

Mechanization Specialist

Agricultural Mechanic

Diesel engines

Hydraulics

Electrical systems

GPS-guided systems

Education

Technical qualification in mechanical engineering or agricultural machinery

Job description

Placements24 in Rustenburg, North West, South Africa, seeks a Farm Mechanization Specialist to oversee maintenance, repair and optimal deployment of all farm machinery. You will drive efficient equipment utilization and advise on new technology adoption.

The role requires strong mechanical aptitude and knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and GPS-guided systems. Training operators and managing parts complete the scope.