Field Technician - Mpumalanga

Mayfly Agri Ltd; Mbombela; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

An established Agri-Technology company is seeking a dynamic Field Technician in Mpumalanga. The role involves implementing and supporting on-farm technologies, managing digital systems, and collaborating with clients for accurate field reports. Candidates should have a degree in a related field, proficiency in digital tools, and strong interpersonal skills. A valid driver's license and willingness to travel are also required.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Agronomy, Agri-Tech, Plant Sciences, or related field.
• Strong proficiency in digital tools and mobile applications.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be willing to travel.

Responsibilities

• Manage client accounts and assist with invoicing in software.
• Configure and maintain irrigation controllers and monitor data flow.
• Conduct regular client visits and provide detailed field reports.

Skills

Proficiency in digital tools

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Ability to perform physical farm work

Education

Degree or Diploma in Agronomy, Agri-Tech, or related field

Tools

Mobile apps

Software platforms

Job description

Job Title

Field Technician - Mpumalanga

Job Location

Mpumalanga, Nelspruit

Overview

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.

Minimum Requirements

• 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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

All qualifications mentioned under Minimum Requirements apply to this role.