Irrigation Design Engineer & Field Technician

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 400,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel allowance

Comprehensive medical aid

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 in Mpumalanga is seeking an Irrigation Systems Designer & Technician to design, implement, and maintain efficient irrigation for farms. You will assess client needs, design drip, sprinkler, or center-pivot systems, select components, and oversee installation.

You will troubleshoot, optimize water use, and provide training and support to clients. A strong background in hydraulics, soil–water relationships, and crop water requirements is essential, along with willingness to travel to

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree with irrigation focus.
• Minimum 3 years designing, installing, and maintaining irrigation systems.
• Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, IrriCAD).
• Strong hydraulics, pump selection and water flow knowledge.
• Understanding of drip, sprinkler and pivot irrigation methods.
• Knowledge of soil–plant–water relationships and crop water needs.
• Willingness to travel to farm sites around Nelspruit and hold a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer irrigation systems based on client needs and site conditions.
• Select components: pumps, pipes, emitters, filters, and controls.
• Prepare detailed design plans, schematics and cost estimates.
• Supervise installation and ensure adherence to design specs.
• Conduct site assessments and soil analyses to inform design.
• Troubleshoot and repair existing irrigation systems.
• Provide training and technical support on operation and maintenance.
• Ensure water conservation compliance and promote best practices.
• Stay updated on irrigation technologies and materials.
• Collaborate with agronomists and farm managers to optimize scheduling.

Skills

Problem-solving

Field troubleshooting

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

National Diploma or Bachelor's in Agricultural/Civil/Mechanical Eng (irrigation)

Tools

AutoCAD

IrriCAD

Job description

Placements24 in Mpumalanga is seeking an Irrigation Systems Designer & Technician to design, implement, and maintain efficient irrigation for farms. You will assess client needs, design drip, sprinkler, or center-pivot systems, select components, and oversee installation.

You will troubleshoot, optimize water use, and provide training and support to clients. A strong background in hydraulics, soil–water relationships, and crop water requirements is essential, along with willingness to travel to