Precision Agriculture Technician - Farm Technology

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

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.

Skills

Precision agriculture

Drones operation

Data analysis

GIS

Remote sensing

Training staff

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Science / Agronomy / Engineering Technology

Tools

Drone platforms

Farm management software

GIS software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a technically adept Precision Agriculture Technician to join their forward-thinking agricultural team in Centurion . This role is crucial for implementing and maintaining advanced technologies that optimize farm efficiency and resource management. You will work with GPS systems, drones, sensors, and data analysis software to improve crop yields and reduce environmental impact. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about the intersection of technology and agriculture, contributing to data-driven decision‑making on modern farms and driving innovation in the sector. You will be integral to enhancing the operational effectiveness and sustainability of our client's diverse farming operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, calibrate, and maintain precision agriculture equipment, including GPS receivers, variable rate applicators, and soil sensors.
• 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 the use of precision agriculture technologies.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and software issues related to precision farming systems.

Requirements

• 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 effectively train and support farm personnel.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with opportunities for performance-based incentives.
• Access to the latest agricultural technology and training.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Allowance for travel expenses and mobile communication.
• A dynamic work environment that embraces technological advancements in agriculture.