Field Technician

Mayfly Agri (Pty) Ltd; Mbombela; On-site; ZAR 180 000 - 240 000; Full time

Job summary

An Agri-Technology company in Mbombela is seeking a dynamic Field Technician to support on-farm technologies and data capture. Responsibilities include managing digital systems, collaborating with agronomists, and delivering accurate field reports. Candidates should have a degree in Agronomy or related field and be proficient in digital tools. A valid driver's license and willingness to travel are essential.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in digital tools, mobile apps, and software platforms will be an advantage.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be willing to travel when required.

Responsibilities

• Creating and verifying client accounts, managing user roles.
• Assigning standardized farm names and supporting pricing tier allocation.
• Configuring and maintaining controllers for irrigation schedules.
• Setting up fertilizer mixes and tracking moisture data.
• Recording canopy growth and providing timely field reports.
• Conducting regular client visits and ensuring audit standards.

Skills

Digital tools proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Degree or Diploma in Agronomy, Agri-Tech, Plant Sciences

Job description

SUMMARY

An established Agri-Technology company seeking a dynamic and self-motivated Field Technician to be responsible for implementing, monitoring, and supporting on-farm technologies, crop season planning, and in-field data capture. This role involves managing digital systems and mobile app tools for infield monitoring, collaborating with Consultants, Agronomists, and Clients to deliver accurate field reports that drive decision‑making.

POSITION INFO

Minimum requirements for the role

• Must have a Degree or Diploma in Agronomy, Agri‑Tech, Plant Sciences, or related field
• Proficiency in digital tools, mobile apps, and software platforms will be an advantage
• Ability to perform physical farm work and digital data entry / analysis with high attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for client and team interactions
• Must have a valid driver's license and be willing to travel when required

The successful candidate will be responsible for

• Creating and verifying client accounts, managing user roles, monitoring payment statuses, and assisting with invoice generation and follow‑ups in the software platform.
• Assigning standardized farm names, validating geographic data, positioning climate stations, and supporting pricing tier allocation in the software platform.
• Configuring and maintaining controllers, monitoring data flow, troubleshooting issues, and interpreting logs for irrigation schedules.
• Setting up fertilizer mixes, monitoring tank status, creating irrigation schedules, tracking EC / moisture data, and linking or unlinking programs to controllers.
• Configuring fields, installing and calibrating IoT sensors (soil, canopy, phenology), monitoring data via mobile app, and managing field valves and irrigation zones.
• Recording canopy growth, fruit development, phenology, and soil moisture; editing inaccurate data and providing timely field reports.
• Supporting season setup (crop selection, canopy / root calibration, irrigation specs), entering and validating analysis data, and cross‑checking setups against benchmarks.
• Inputting data, generating reports, flagging anomalies, comparing seasonal trends, and maintaining accurate fertilizer and crop performance records.
• Conducting regular client visits, providing clear field reports, and maintaining strong communication to build relationships.
• Ensuring sensor data, fertilizer records, and schedules are meeting audit standards, with Consultants and Agronomists conducting monthly and seasonal reviews.

Please note that subsequent to the screening and shortlisting process, all further communication will be entered into only with the shortlisted candidates. If you do not receive any feedback from us within 2 weeks of applying,