Field Crop Monitoring Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

Field equipment provided

On-the-job training

Exposure to diverse farming operations

Sustainability focus

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Agricultural Technologist for crop monitoring and assessment across farms in the Klerksdorp region. You will conduct regular field inspections, collect data on growth, health, and yield indicators, and report findings to farm managers and agronomists.

This hands-on role requires practical knowledge of crop physiology, pest and disease signs, and familiarity with field measurement tools. You will work closely with the farm team to support sustainable production.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Agriculture, Crop Science, or related.
• 1–3 years field crop monitoring experience.
• Familiarity with crops pests and diseases around Klerksdorp.
• Ability to operate data collection tools and interpret results.
• Physically fit for field work.
• Good observational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Visit farms to monitor crop growth, health, and development.
• Document pests, diseases, nutrient deficiencies, and stress.
• Collect metrics such as plant height, leaf area, and yield estimates.
• Operate moisture meters and soil sampling tools; support drone use.
• Prepare detailed crop status reports and recommendations.
• Collaborate with agronomists and staff on crop management.

Skills

Crop monitoring

Field inspections

Data interpretation

Education

Diploma or degree in Agriculture, Crop Science, or related

Tools

Moisture meters

Soil sampling tools

Drone technology

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Agricultural Technologist for crop monitoring and assessment across farms in the Klerksdorp region. You will conduct regular field inspections, collect data on growth, health, and yield indicators, and report findings to farm managers and agronomists.

This hands-on role requires practical knowledge of crop physiology, pest and disease signs, and familiarity with field measurement tools. You will work closely with the farm team to support sustainable production.