Lead Irrigation & Cropping Technician

Farm Manager SA; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Farm Manager SA is seeking a seasoned irrigation farming professional to oversee large-scale irrigation operations, including pivots, wheat, mielies and pecan nuts. The role requires hands-on maintenance with farm machinery and the ability to lead a team on-site.

Ideal candidates will have 5+ years irrigation experience, proven machinery handling skills, and a valid driver’s license to manage daily tasks and ensure high yields at the unit.

Qualifications

• Min of 5 years of irrigation farming experience.
• Experience with wheat, mielies and pecan nuts.
• Proven maintenance experience with pivots and irrigation.
• Proven experience working with large combine harvesters and planting equipment essential.
• Maintenance oriented.
• Ability to lead and work with a team.
• Valid driver’s license.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Maintenance orientation

Driver’s license

Education

Agricultural Diploma/Degree advantageous

Tools

Pivots maintenance

Combine harvesters

Planting equipment

Job description

Farm Manager SA is seeking a seasoned irrigation farming professional to oversee large-scale irrigation operations, including pivots, wheat, mielies and pecan nuts. The role requires hands-on maintenance with farm machinery and the ability to lead a team on-site.

Ideal candidates will have 5+ years irrigation experience, proven machinery handling skills, and a valid driver’s license to manage daily tasks and ensure high yields at the unit.