Irrigation Systems Lead — Water-Smart Farm Tech

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybride; ZAR 900 000 - 1 300 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Hybrid work flexibility

Advanced irrigation technologies

Sustainable water resource management

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Irrigation Manager to oversee the design, installation, and maintenance of irrigation systems in Klerksdorp, North West. The role focuses on efficient water use and crop hydration, coordinating schedules, troubleshooting, and implementing modern water management solutions.

You will lead operations on a farm-wide scale, stay ahead with new technologies, and manage budgets for upgrades and repairs to support productivity in the North West region.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Irrigation Manager or in a similar water-management role.
• Strong knowledge of irrigation methods (drip, sprinkler, center pivot).
• Familiarity with water management and conservation techniques.
• Ability to operate and maintain irrigation machinery and equipment.
• Relevant technical qualification or certification in irrigation or agricultural engineering preferred.

Responsabilités

• Design, implement, and manage irrigation systems tailored to crop needs.
• Oversee operation and maintenance of pumps, pipes, and sprinklers.
• Monitor water usage, soil moisture, and weather to optimize schedules.
• Troubleshoot irrigation issues to minimize downtime.
• Stay updated on new irrigation technologies and conservation techniques.
• Manage budgets for upgrades, repairs and operations.

Connaissances

Irrigation management

Water management

Operational management

Troubleshooting

Budget management

Formation

Irrigation engineering cert

Outils

Pumps

Irrigation equipment

Description du poste

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Irrigation Manager to oversee the design, installation, and maintenance of irrigation systems in Klerksdorp, North West. The role focuses on efficient water use and crop hydration, coordinating schedules, troubleshooting, and implementing modern water management solutions.

You will lead operations on a farm-wide scale, stay ahead with new technologies, and manage budgets for upgrades and repairs to support productivity in the North West region.