Remote AgTech Specialist: Flexible Hours

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 680,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with performanceBon

Fully remote position

Comprehensive health, dental, and视 ion

Budget for professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Agricultural Technologist to drive adoption of cutting-edge technologies in farming. You will bridge tech advancements with practical application, helping farmers implement smart farming solutions from anywhere.

In this role, you will provide remote technical support, training, and consultancy on IoT, data analytics, and AI-driven insights to improve efficiency and sustainability for clients across agriculture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Engineering, Agricultural Technology, Agronomy with a technology focus.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in agricultural technology, precision farming, or a related role.
• Strong understanding of agricultural technologies, including sensor networks, data analytics platforms, and automation systems.
• Excellent technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in communicating technical concepts to non-technical audiences, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage projects remotely.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, recommend, and assist in the implementation of agricultural technologies such as IoT sensors, drones, precision farming equipment, and farm management software.
• Provide remote technical support and troubleshooting for agricultural technology systems.
• Develop training materials and conduct online workshops for farmers on the use of new technologies.
• Collaborate with technology providers and agricultural researchers to ensure solutions meet farmer needs.
• Monitor the performance of implemented technologies and provide insights for optimization.
• Stay informed about emerging trends and innovations in AgTech and digital agriculture.

Skills

Sensor networks

Data analytics

Automation systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Engineering/Technology/Agronomy with tech focus

Tools

IoT platforms

Drones

Farm management software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Agricultural Technologist to drive adoption of cutting-edge technologies in farming. You will bridge tech advancements with practical application, helping farmers implement smart farming solutions from anywhere.

In this role, you will provide remote technical support, training, and consultancy on IoT, data analytics, and AI-driven insights to improve efficiency and sustainability for clients across agriculture.