Smart Farm Precision Ag & Data Specialist

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development budget

Health insurance

Access to latest ag tech

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Precision Agriculture Specialist to deploy and manage GPS, sensors, drones and data analytics for improved crop and livestock management in Durban. You will translate complex data into actionable farm recommendations and train farm staff on digital tools.

Applicants should have a relevant degree and 3–5 years of experience with precision agriculture technologies, GIS, and FMIS. The role offers a competitive package and access to cutting-edge ag tech.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Experience with precision agriculture technologies and data analysis.
• Ability to translate data into practical farming recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage precision agriculture technologies such as GPS and sensor networks.
• Analyze data from sensors, drones, and satellites to optimize farm operations.
• Provide data-driven soil, planting, irrigation, and pest-control recommendations.
• Train farm managers and operators on precision tools and software.
• Stay updated on emerging digital farming technologies.
• Collaborate with R&D to test new precision equipment and software.

Skills

GPS guidance

Sensors

Drones

Data analytics

GIS software

FMIS

Crop physiology

Soil science

Analytical thinking

Training users

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Agronomy

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science (ag focus)

Tools

GIS software

FMIS

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Precision Agriculture Specialist to deploy and manage GPS, sensors, drones and data analytics for improved crop and livestock management in Durban. You will translate complex data into actionable farm recommendations and train farm staff on digital tools.

Applicants should have a relevant degree and 3–5 years of experience with precision agriculture technologies, GIS, and FMIS. The role offers a competitive package and access to cutting-edge ag tech.