Remote Agricultural Technologist

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home office allowance

Remote work flexibility

Health, dental, vision benefits

Training and upskilling opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Remote Agricultural Technologist to apply IoT sensors, drone technology, and precision farming software to optimize crop yields and resource management. You will collaborate with remote teams and on-site farm managers to drive tech adoption across farming operations.

This fully remote role emphasizes data analysis, remote technical support, and training, offering opportunities to lead innovative agricultural tech projects and continuous learning across platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technology-focused agricultural field.
• Experience with precision agriculture technologies (sensors, drones, and farm management software).
• Strong data analytics and data management in an agricultural context.
• Excellent remote communication and collaboration skills.
• GIS software and data visualization experience is a significant advantage.

Responsibilities

• Research, evaluate, and recommend appropriate agricultural technologies for implementation by clients.
• Provide remote technical support for the setup and operation of precision agriculture tools, including GPS guidance systems and variable rate applicators.
• Analyze data collected from drones, sensors, and farm management software to provide actionable insights.
• Develop training materials and conduct remote training sessions on the use of new agricultural technologies.
• Collaborate with R&D teams to test and integrate emerging technologies into farming practices.
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to agricultural hardware and software remotely.

Skills

Precision agriculture

Drone technology

Farm management software

Data analytics

Data management

GIS experience

Remote communication

Explain complex concepts

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Engineering, Agronomy, or Computer Science

Tools

GPS guidance systems

Variable rate applicators

Drones (hardware)

GIS software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled and innovative Remote Agricultural Technologist to enhance their agricultural operations through the strategic application of technology. This fully remote role involves advising on and implementing cutting-edge technologies such as IoT sensors, drone technology, and precision farming software to optimize crop yields and resource management. You will be a key player in driving technological advancements within the Agriculture & Forestry sector, working collaboratively with remote teams and on-site farm managers. This position is perfect for a tech-savvy individual passionate about the future of farming.

Key Responsibilities

• Research, evaluate, and recommend appropriate agricultural technologies for implementation by clients.
• Provide remote technical support for the setup and operation of precision agriculture tools, including GPS guidance systems and variable rate applicators.
• Analyze data collected from drones, sensors, and farm management software to provide actionable insights.
• Develop training materials and conduct remote training sessions on the use of new agricultural technologies.
• Collaborate with R&D teams to test and integrate emerging technologies into farming practices.
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to agricultural hardware and software remotely.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Engineering, Agronomy, Computer Science, or a related field with a technology focus.
• Proven experience with precision agriculture technologies , including sensors, drones, and farm management software.
• Strong understanding of data analytics and data management in an agricultural context.
• Excellent remote communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience with GIS software and data visualization tools is a significant advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote position with considerable work flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Allowance for home office setup and technology.
• Continuous learning opportunities and access to the latest agricultural technology advancements.