Irrigation Technician: Optimize Farm Water Systems

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Health insurance

Retirement savings

Ongoing training

Water management impact

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking an experienced Irrigation Technician to install, maintain and repair irrigation systems on farms in a hybrid role involving field work and planning/reporting.

You will work with drip, sprinkler, and pivot systems, read blueprints, troubleshoot issues, and travel to multiple farm sites. A valid driver’s license and commitment to sustainable farming are required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in irrigation or related water systems role.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair drip, sprinkler, and pivot irrigation systems.
• Troubleshoot irrigation equipment and perform repairs.
• Inspect systems regularly for optimal performance and efficiency.
• Assist in designing and planning new installations based on farm layouts.
• Monitor water usage and suggest conservation strategies.

Skills

Irrigation systems knowledge

Blueprints interpretation

Troubleshooting

Travel readiness

Job description

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking an experienced Irrigation Technician to install, maintain and repair irrigation systems on farms in a hybrid role involving field work and planning/reporting.

You will work with drip, sprinkler, and pivot systems, read blueprints, troubleshoot issues, and travel to multiple farm sites. A valid driver’s license and commitment to sustainable farming are required.