Precision Ag Tech Specialist | Drones, GPS & Data

Placements24

Centurion

On-site

ZAR 420,000 - 640,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Incentives

Tech training

Travel allowance

Health & retirement

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a technically adept Precision Agriculture Technician for a Centurion-based farming operation. You will implement and maintain advanced technologies to optimize efficiency and resource use on modern farms.

You will work with GPS systems, drones, sensors, and data analysis software to improve yields and reduce environmental impact, contributing to data-driven decision‑making and sustainable agricultural innovation.

Qualifications

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Science, Agronomy, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
Proven experience with precision agriculture technologies and farm management software.
Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation, including GIS and remote sensing applications.
Experience operating agricultural drones and processing aerial imagery.
Strong technical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication skills to train and support farm personnel.

Responsibilities

Install, calibrate, and maintain precision agriculture equipment.
Operate drones for aerial imaging, crop monitoring, and data collection.
Collect, process, and analyze agricultural data to provide actionable insights for farm management.
Develop variable rate application maps for fertilizers, seeds, and crop protection products.
Provide technical support and training to farm staff on precision agriculture technologies.
Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and software issues related to precision farming systems.