Irrigation Technician — Farm Water Systems & Maintenance

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 96,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance coverage

Company-provided tools and equipment

Training and certification support

Overtime potential

Job summary

Placements24 in Mbombela (Nelspruit) requires a skilled Irrigation Technician to manage installation, repair, and optimization of irrigation systems across agricultural sites. You will work hands-on with center pivots, drip systems, and pump stations to ensure efficient water use and healthy crop growth.

The role demands diagnosing mechanical, electrical and hydraulic issues, reading schematics, and maintaining meticulous records. Outdoor work in varied weather is expected.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in irrigation technology, mechanics or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience with agricultural irrigation systems.
• Ability to diagnose mechanical, electrical and hydraulic issues.
• Ability to read and interpret irrigation schematics/technical drawings.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather in the Nelspruit area.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, and repair irrigation systems including pumps, filters, mainlines and laterals.
• Regularly inspect irrigation equipment to identify issues and perform preventative maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and repair irrigation systems and perform timely fixes.
• Calibrate irrigation equipment for accurate water distribution and efficiency.
• Assist in designing and laying out new irrigation systems as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance, repairs and performance.

Skills

Irrigation systems

Mechanical diagnosis

Electrical diagnosis

Hydraulic knowledge

Reading schematics

Attention to detail

Outdoor work

Education

Irrigation technology qualification

Job description

Placements24 in Mbombela (Nelspruit) requires a skilled Irrigation Technician to manage installation, repair, and optimization of irrigation systems across agricultural sites. You will work hands-on with center pivots, drip systems, and pump stations to ensure efficient water use and healthy crop growth.

The role demands diagnosing mechanical, electrical and hydraulic issues, reading schematics, and maintaining meticulous records. Outdoor work in varied weather is expected.