Remote Precision Farming Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work environment

Flexible hours

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Precision Farming Specialist to guide farming operations through advanced agtech. You will apply GPS, sensors, drones, and data analytics to optimize irrigation, fertilization, and pest control from anywhere.

You'll advise farmers and managers remotely, translating complex data into actionable recommendations. A degree in agronomy or related field and experience with precision agriculture tools are preferred; strong communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Agronomy, Agricultural Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience with precision agriculture technologies (e.g., VRT, GPS guidance, yield monitoring, remote sensing).
• Strong understanding of data management and analysis in an agricultural context.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement customized precision farming strategies for clients, utilizing data from various technologies.
• Advise on the selection, integration, and calibration of precision agriculture equipment and software.
• Analyze geospatial data and sensor outputs to create variable rate application maps for inputs like seeds, fertilizers, and pesticides.
• Train clients and farm personnel on the effective use of precision farming tools and platforms remotely.
• Monitor farm performance metrics and provide ongoing recommendations for continuous improvement and efficiency gains.

Skills

Data analysis

Remote communication

Client management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agronomy or related

Tools

GPS guidance

Yield monitoring

Remote sensing

Drones

VRT

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a forward-thinking Remote Precision Farming Specialist to guide agricultural operations through advanced technology solutions. This role operates entirely remotely, focusing on implementing and managing precision agriculture techniques to enhance farm productivity and sustainability. You will be instrumental in advising farmers and agricultural managers on the use of GPS, sensors, drones, and data analytics to optimize irrigation, fertilization, and pest control. This position offers the unique chance to influence modern farming practices across diverse agricultural landscapes while working from a location of your choice, collaborating with a leading innovator in agricultural technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement customized precision farming strategies for clients, utilizing data from various technologies.
• Advise on the selection, integration, and calibration of precision agriculture equipment and software.
• Analyze geospatial data and sensor outputs to create variable rate application maps for inputs like seeds, fertilizers, and pesticides.
• Train clients and farm personnel on the effective use of precision farming tools and platforms remotely.
• Monitor farm performance metrics and provide ongoing recommendations for continuous improvement and efficiency gains.

Requirements

• Degree in Agronomy, Agricultural Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience with precision agriculture technologies (e.g., VRT, GPS guidance, yield monitoring, remote sensing).
• Strong understanding of data management and analysis in an agricultural context.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to a non-technical audience remotely.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to manage projects and client relationships independently from a remote setting.

Benefits

• Attractive salary package with performance incentives.
• Fully remote work environment with flexible hours.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Support for professional development and continuous learning in ag-tech.
• Opportunity to work with innovative technologies and shape the future of agriculture.