Precision Agriculture Specialist

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel allowance

Training programs

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Precision Agriculture Specialist to enhance farm management using GPS, sensors, drones, and data analytics. You will work with farmers to integrate technologies, train staff, and optimize crop production and resource use in Mahikeng, North West.

The role requires a degree in precision agriculture or related field and at least 3 years of experience, with strong GIS/FMIS skills and data interpretation abilities. Travel and ongoing training benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in agronomy or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in precision agriculture or farm technology implementation.
• Proficiency with GIS software, FMIS, and data analysis tools.
• Experience operating and troubleshooting agricultural sensors and machinery.

Responsibilities

• Advise farmers on precision agriculture technologies and their operation.
• Interpret data from GPS, yield monitors, soils, and satellites.
• Develop variable rate maps for inputs based on data analysis.
• Conduct field assessments and produce crop health reports.
• Provide training and support to farm staff on equipment and software.

Skills

Data interpretation

Training & communication

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Precision Agriculture, Agricultural Engineering, Agronomy, or related field

Tools

GIS software

FMIS

Data analysis tools

Sensor technologies

Agricultural machinery

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an innovative Precision Agriculture Specialist to enhance farm management practices in Mahikeng . This role focuses on implementing and utilizing advanced technologies such as GPS, sensors, drones, and data analytics to optimize crop production, resource management, and environmental sustainability. You will work directly with farmers and farm managers to integrate these technologies into their operations, providing training and support to maximize efficiency and profitability. The ideal candidate is technologically adept and passionate about the future of smart farming.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise farmers on the selection, implementation, and operation of precision agriculture technologies.
• Manage and interpret data from various sources, including GPS, yield monitors, soil sensors, and satellite imagery.
• Develop variable rate application maps for fertilizers, pesticides, and irrigation based on data analysis.
• Conduct field assessments and create detailed reports on crop health and performance.
• Provide training and technical support to farm staff on the use of precision agriculture equipment and software.
• Evaluate new technologies and innovations for their potential application in agricultural settings.
• Collaborate with technology providers and researchers to stay at the forefront of precision farming.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Precision Agriculture, Agricultural Engineering, Agronomy, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in precision agriculture or farm technology implementation.
• Proficiency with GIS software, farm management information systems (FMIS), and data analysis tools.
• Experience operating and troubleshooting agricultural machinery and sensor technologies.
• Strong understanding of crop physiology and soil science in relation to precision farming techniques.
• Excellent communication, training, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-related incentives.
• Opportunities to work with cutting-edge agricultural technology.
• Extensive training programs on new technologies and software.
• Travel allowance and support for professional development.
• A dynamic role contributing to the modernization of agriculture.