Precision Ag Tech Specialist — Field & Data Insights

Placements24; Rustenburg; Híbrido; ZAR 420.000 - 600.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Company vehicle

Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Extensive training and development

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Precision Agriculture Technician to support clients in adopting advanced farming technologies in the Rustenburg area. You will install, calibrate, and maintain GPS-guided equipment, sensors, and FMIS, while translating data into actionable insights for farmers.

The role requires a technical background, 3+ years in precision agriculture, and strong communication skills to train clients and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Formación

• National Diploma or Bachelor's in a related technical field.
• At least 3 years of experience with precision agriculture technologies.
• Proficiency with FMIS and data analysis tools.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel in the Rustenburg region.

Responsabilidades

• Install, calibrate, and maintain precision agriculture equipment (GPS receivers, VRT applicators, yield monitors, soil sensors).
• Assist in setup and operation of FMIS and data analysis platforms.
• Collect, process, and interpret agricultural data to provide actionable insights.
• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues in precision farming.
• Conduct field demonstrations and training sessions for farmers.
• Support development of variable rate maps for inputs.
• Collaborate with sales and support teams for a seamless customer experience.

Conocimientos

Problem solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Willingness to travel

Educación

National Diploma or Bachelor's in Agricultural Engineering / Precision Agriculture / Agronomy

Herramientas

Ag Leader

John Deere Operations Center

Climate FieldView

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Precision Agriculture Technician to support clients in adopting advanced farming technologies in the Rustenburg area. You will install, calibrate, and maintain GPS-guided equipment, sensors, and FMIS, while translating data into actionable insights for farmers.

The role requires a technical background, 3+ years in precision agriculture, and strong communication skills to train clients and collaborate with cross-functional teams.