Remote Precision Ag Specialist: Data-Driven Farm Innovation

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Generous PTO

Professional development

Remote work

Global team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Precision Agricultural Specialist to advise farmers across South Africa on precision agriculture technologies. This fully remote role offers flexibility to work from anywhere in SA and to translate data into actionable farm insights.

You will help reduce waste, improve yields, and support sustainable farming through GIS, data analytics, and sensor-based tools, collaborating with an international team and traveling occasionally for essential client

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Agronomy, Agricultural Science, Agribusiness, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in precision agriculture, agronomy, or a similar role within the agricultural industry.
• Proven experience with precision agriculture hardware and software, including data management platforms, GIS software, and FMIS.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex datasets.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, able to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Analyze farm data (soil maps, yield data, weather, satellite imagery) to develop tailored precision agriculture strategies.
• Advise clients on selection, implementation, and management of precision agriculture technologies (GPS guidance, variable rate, drones).
• Develop and deliver training programs and technical support to farmers and consultants on precision farming tools.
• Conduct on-site or virtual assessments of farm operations to identify tech improvements.
• Collaborate with R&D teams to provide feedback and suggest improvements or new features.
• Monitor industry trends to maintain expertise in agricultural technology.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations outlining findings and recommendations.
• Manage client relationships, ensuring satisfaction and long-term partnerships.

Skills

Data analysis

Precision agriculture

GIS software

FMIS

Data visualization

Client communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Agronomy/ Agricultural Science or related field

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

FMIS systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Precision Agricultural Specialist to advise farmers across South Africa on precision agriculture technologies. This fully remote role offers flexibility to work from anywhere in SA and to translate data into actionable farm insights.

You will help reduce waste, improve yields, and support sustainable farming through GIS, data analytics, and sensor-based tools, collaborating with an international team and traveling occasionally for essential client