Irrigation Technician: Smart Systems & Water Conservation

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 340,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote planning possible

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Irrigation Technician to join our team in Klerksdorp, North West. The role covers design, installation, maintenance, and repair of complex irrigation systems to optimize crop yield and water use.

You will work with modern irrigation technologies, diagnose issues, read technical drawings, and support planning of new layouts while operating and maintaining specialized equipment.

Qualifications

• Technical qualification in irrigation, plumbing or related field.
• Minimum 3 years' experience with agricultural irrigation systems.
• Ability to read technical drawings and schematics.
• Knowledge of water management and hydraulics.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair irrigation systems (drip, sprinkler, center-pivot).
• Diagnose issues with water pressure, flow, and system faults.
• Inspect irrigation infrastructure for performance and leaks.
• Assist in designing new irrigation layouts based on crop needs and land topography.
• Manage inventory of irrigation parts and supplies and support maintenance.

Skills

Technical troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Smart irrigation

Education

Technical qualification in irrigation or related field

Tools

Electronic controllers

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Irrigation Technician to join our team in Klerksdorp, North West. The role covers design, installation, maintenance, and repair of complex irrigation systems to optimize crop yield and water use.

You will work with modern irrigation technologies, diagnose issues, read technical drawings, and support planning of new layouts while operating and maintaining specialized equipment.