Irrigation Systems Technician: Travel & Training Provided

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel allowance

Training opportunities

Overtime pay

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Irrigation Systems Technician to manage and maintain irrigation infrastructure across Bloemfontein farms. The role requires performing installation, repairs, and preventive maintenance on drip, sprinkler, and pivot systems.

You will diagnose problems, interpret technical drawings, and ensure equipment operates efficiently while adhering to safety and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Trade/technical qualification required in plumbing, mechanical fitting, electrical engineering, or related trade.
• 3+ years in irrigation maintenance or similar hands-on agriculture role.
• Experience with drip, sprinkler, and pivot systems.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and repair irrigation systems across multiple farms.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose irrigation malfunctions.
• Inspect and perform preventative maintenance on irrigation equipment.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

Mechanical aptitude

Time management

Independent worker

Education

Technical qualification in Plumbing, Mechanical Fitting, Electrical Engineering or related trade

Tools

Pump systems

Controllers

Water management tech

Job description

Placements24 seeks an experienced Irrigation Systems Technician to manage and maintain irrigation infrastructure across Bloemfontein farms. The role requires performing installation, repairs, and preventive maintenance on drip, sprinkler, and pivot systems.

You will diagnose problems, interpret technical drawings, and ensure equipment operates efficiently while adhering to safety and environmental standards.