Irrigation Systems Specialist: Drip, Sprinkler & Pivot

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 520,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical coverage

Provident fund

Annual performance bonuses

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Gauteng invites an Agricultural Engineer with a focus on irrigation to design, implement, and maintain efficient systems across farming operations near Tembisa. You will apply hydraulics knowledge and modern irrigation tech to optimize water use and crop production.

You will lead installation, calibration, and maintenance, collaborate with farm managers and agronomists, and stay current with regulations and best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Engineering, Civil Engineering (water focus) or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of professional experience in designing, installing, and managing agricultural irrigation systems.
• Strong understanding of hydraulics, soil-water-plant relationships, and water resource management.
• Proficiency with irrigation design software (AutoCAD, IrriCAD) and GIS tools.
• Experience with pump selection, system calibration, and water flow measurement.

Responsibilities

• Design and plan irrigation systems (drip, sprinkler, center pivot) tailored to crops and soils.
• Supervise installation and commissioning of irrigation infrastructure.
• Conduct regular assessments and maintenance of irrigation systems.
• Analyze water usage data and recommend efficiency improvements.
• Troubleshoot irrigation equipment and water delivery issues.
• Collaborate with farm managers and agronomists to integrate irrigation with crop management.
• Stay updated on irrigation technologies, practices, and regulations.
• Develop training materials and conduct staff workshops.

Skills

Irrigation design

Water resources management

Autonomous work

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agricultural or Civil Engineering (water focus)

Tools

AutoCAD

IrriCAD

GIS

Job description

Placements24 in Gauteng invites an Agricultural Engineer with a focus on irrigation to design, implement, and maintain efficient systems across farming operations near Tembisa. You will apply hydraulics knowledge and modern irrigation tech to optimize water use and crop production.

You will lead installation, calibration, and maintenance, collaborate with farm managers and agronomists, and stay current with regulations and best practices.