Senior Irrigation Engineer | Water-Smart Agriculture

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical aid

Retirement fund

Life insurance

Generous annual and sick leave

Company vehicle and fuel allowance

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Agricultural Engineer with a focus on irrigation systems to design, implement and optimize irrigation solutions across diverse farming operations in Kimberley, Northern Cape. The role emphasizes water efficiency, system performance, and collaboration with agronomists and farm managers.

The ideal candidate has extensive irrigation engineering experience, strong hydraulic knowledge, and a commitment to sustainable agricultural practices in a water-scarce region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in agricultural engineering, focusing on irrigation systems design and management.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer efficient irrigation systems tailored to crop and soil conditions.
• Conduct site assessments and feasibility studies for new irrigation projects.
• Develop detailed drawings, specifications, and cost estimates for irrigation systems.
• Oversee installation and commissioning of irrigation systems.
• Manage project teams and contractors involved in irrigation development and maintenance.
• Troubleshoot irrigation system performance and water management issues.
• Train farm managers and operators on system usage and maintenance.

Skills

Hydraulic principles

Water flow analysis

Irrigation system components

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agricultural or Civil Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Agricultural Engineer with a focus on irrigation systems to design, implement and optimize irrigation solutions across diverse farming operations in Kimberley, Northern Cape. The role emphasizes water efficiency, system performance, and collaboration with agronomists and farm managers.

The ideal candidate has extensive irrigation engineering experience, strong hydraulic knowledge, and a commitment to sustainable agricultural practices in a water-scarce region.