Irrigation & Landscape Technician — Water Efficiency Pro

IntelliStaff; Franschhoek; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

IntelliStaff is seeking an Irrigation Technician to install, maintain, and repair irrigation systems across the estate and other properties. You will program time clocks and electronic controllers, monitor soil moisture, and support overall landscaping and vineyard health.

The role requires a proactive, hands-on team player who can manage inventory, follow protocols, and suggest cost-saving irrigation improvements to reduce water usage.

Qualifications

• Assess landscaped conditions to ensure healthy growing environment.
• Communicate accurately and timely to ensure service quality.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair irrigation systems.
• Program time clocks for automated irrigation systems.
• Manage inventory of irrigation parts and spares.
• Install and program irrigation electronic controllers.
• Monitor soil moisture levels and maintain optimum levels.
• Perform general landscaping work as needed during winter or rain.
• Upskill landscaping and garden teams to uphold neatness standards.
• Follow management and inspection protocols.
• Make cost-saving irrigation recommendations.

Skills

Landscape assessment

Communication

Operate garden equipment

Team player

Education

Matric (advantageous)

Job description

IntelliStaff is seeking an Irrigation Technician to install, maintain, and repair irrigation systems across the estate and other properties. You will program time clocks and electronic controllers, monitor soil moisture, and support overall landscaping and vineyard health.

The role requires a proactive, hands-on team player who can manage inventory, follow protocols, and suggest cost-saving irrigation improvements to reduce water usage.