13 Irrigation jobs in South Africa

Introduction to the VKB Group

The VKB Group is an agricultural company, providing support to farmers and producing straight-from-the farm-foods for consumers. Apart from the various consumer brands, the VKB Group is also represented by its regional brands: VKB, GWK and NTK. Our roots are firmly planted in agriculture with farming at our core, continuously growing and evolving throughout the years.

Starting with providing everything needed on the farm to produce food, we now also operate in all areas of the food supply chain: processing, logistics, and national and global market channels.

This "house of brands" we've established with the support of our farmer shareholders is the foundation for building the agribusiness of the future.

Job Description

Reporting directly to the Irrigation Manager, the ideal candidate will play a key role in surveying land and designing efficient, solution-driven irrigation systems for a variety of clients. Can be based in Douglas,Kimberley or Modderrivier.

Requirements

• Education: Minimum Grade 12/NQF4.
• Degree or National Diploma in a relevant field is advantageous.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years in a similar role, with specific focus on irrigation design.
• Technical Skills:
• Proficient in Model Maker, IrriMaker, AutoCAD, and/or IrriCAD.
• Experienced in land surveying using CHC NAV / TRIMBLE.
• Advanced MS Excel and MS Office Suite knowledge.
• Professional Affiliations: SABI membership and SABI Irrigation training will serve as an advantage
• Additional Skills: Strong understanding of plant and soil science will be beneficial.
• Valid Driver's Licence and willingness to work extended hours when needed.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed land surveys and design Centre pivots, micro, and drip irrigation systems. Specific attention to efficiency and solution focused details for new and existing irrigation systems
• Prepare comprehensive bills of quantities, designs, technical drawings, and client quotations. Develop professional proposals to present to clients with all the required details and pricing.
• Select suitable pumps, design pumphouses, and specify pipe systems.
• Present professional and solution-focused proposals to clients.
• Liaise with suppliers to source quality materials at competitive prices.
• Consistently liaise with installation teams, farm managers and other stakeholders to ensure a smooth installation process
• Coordinate delivery and installation with suppliers, installation teams, and clients.
• The Irrigation designer will, in line with the general business strategy always seek opportunities to expand markets by attending farmers' days, trade shows, and industry events.

Skills Required

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities
• Ability to perform under pressure
• Self-motivated and solutions-oriented
• Exceptional customer service mindset
• Collaborative team player with strong problem-solving abilities

Other Information

• The company can expire jobs at any time at their own discretion.
• VKB Group and/or its subsidiary companies will use any personal data collected through the job opportunities section of this website for recruitment purposes only and, should your application be successful, for purposes connected with your employment.
• VKB Group is an equal opportunity employer. VKB Group's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to VKB Group's Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. VKB Group actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.
• Things to take note of when applying through our Career Portal.
• Use Google Chrome when accessing the portal
• Clear copy of your CV in either PDF or Word
• The CV should not have handwriting on the document
• NB Only Submit your CV on the Upload CV section of the application form and not a PDF that includes other documents such as ID, Driver's License and other documents. The application form will make provision for the candidate to upload supporting documents.
• When uploading profile picture, make sure the minimum size uploaded is 300 x 300px

Introduction to the VKB Group

The VKB Group is an agricultural company, providing support to farmers and producing straight-from-the farm-foods for consumers. Apart from the various consumer brands, the VKB Group is also represented by its regional brands: VKB, GWK and NTK. Our roots are firmly planted in agriculture with farming at our core, continuously growing and evolving throughout the years.

Starting with providing everything needed on the farm to produce food, we now also operate in all areas of the food supply chain: processing, logistics, and national and global market channels.

This "house of brands" we've established with the support of our farmer shareholders is the foundation for building the agribusiness of the future.

Job Description

Reporting directly to the Irrigation Manager, the ideal candidate will play a key role in surveying land and designing efficient, solution-driven irrigation systems for a variety of clients.

Requirements

• Education: Minimum Grade 12/NQF4.
• Degree or National Diploma in a relevant field is advantageous.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years in a similar role, with specific focus on irrigation design.
• Technical Skills:
• Proficient in Model Maker, IrriMaker, AutoCAD, and/or IrriCAD.
• Experienced in land surveying using CHC NAV / TRIMBLE.
• Advanced MS Excel and MS Office Suite knowledge.
• Professional Affiliations: SABI membership and SABI Irrigation training will serve as an advantage
• Additional Skills: Strong understanding of plant and soil science will be beneficial.
• Valid Driver's Licence and willingness to work extended hours when needed.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed land surveys and design Centre pivots, micro, and drip irrigation systems. Specific attention to efficiency and solution focused details for new and existing irrigation systems
• Prepare comprehensive bills of quantities, designs, technical drawings, and client quotations. Develop professional proposals to present to clients with all the required details and pricing.
• Select suitable pumps, design pumphouses, and specify pipe systems.
• Present professional and solution-focused proposals to clients.
• Liaise with suppliers to source quality materials at competitive prices.
• Consistently liaise with installation teams, farm managers and other stakeholders to ensure a smooth installation process
• Coordinate delivery and installation with suppliers, installation teams, and clients.
• The Irrigation designer will, in line with the general business strategy always seek opportunities to expand markets by attending farmers' days, trade shows, and industry events.

Skills Required

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities
• Ability to perform under pressure
• Self-motivated and solutions-oriented
• Exceptional customer service mindset
• Collaborative team player with strong problem-solving abilities

Other Information

• The company can expire jobs at any time at their own discretion.
• VKB Group and/or its subsidiary companies will use any personal data collected through the job opportunities section of this website for recruitment purposes only and, should your application be successful, for purposes connected with your employment.
• VKB Group is an equal opportunity employer. VKB Group's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to VKB Group's Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. VKB Group actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.
• Things to take note of when applying through our Career Portal.
• Use Google Chrome when accessing the portal
• Clear copy of your CV in either PDF or Word
• The CV should not have handwriting on the document
• NB Only Submit your CV on the Upload CV section of the application form and not a PDF that includes other documents such as ID, Driver's License and other documents. The application form will make provision for the candidate to upload supporting documents.
• When uploading profile picture, make sure the minimum size uploaded is 300 x 300px

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Introduction to the VKB Group

The VKB Group is an agricultural company, providing support to farmers and producing straight-from-the farm-foods for consumers. Apart from the various consumer brands, the VKB Group is also represented by its regional brands: VKB, GWK and NTK. Our roots are firmly planted in agriculture with farming at our core, continuously growing and evolving throughout the years.

Starting with providing everything needed on the farm to produce food, we now also operate in all areas of the food supply chain: processing, logistics, and national and global market channels.

This "house of brands" we've established with the support of our farmer shareholders is the foundation for building the agribusiness of the future.

Job Description

GWK, part of the VKB Group, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Irrigation Manager to drive growth and innovation in our Irrigation division across the Northern Cape and parts of the Eastern Cape.

This is a leadership role for someone who thrives on building strong customer relationships, developing high-performing teams, and delivering practical, future-focused irrigation solutions that help farmers succeed.

At VKB, our people live by our values: Humble, Hungry, Smart, Bold, and Team Player.

We're looking for a leader who embodies these values — someone who learns and listens with humility, hungers for growth, makes smart data-driven decisions, is bold enough to innovate, and builds success through teamwork.

Requirements

• Minimum qualification of Grade 12 (SABI Design Certification recommended)
• A Degree in the relevant field will be a strong advantage
• 10+ years' experience leading a team in the agricultural space with specific preference to irrigation.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills in both English and Afrikaans.
• A willingness to travel extensively across regions.
• Strong business acumen, with the ability to analyze data and implement best practices.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Lead growth: Drive sales, grow revenue, and ensure branches are stocked and prepared to meet customer demand.
• Strengthen relationships: Build long-term partnerships with new and existing farmers, ensuring satisfaction, retention, and loyalty.
• Innovate & expand: Design, plan, and implement comprehensive irrigation solutions while identifying opportunities to expand into new markets.
• Inspire teams: Lead and develop a high-performing sales team with a focus on results, growth, and professional development.
• Represent GWK: Be the face of our irrigation division at farmer's days, society meetings, and other agricultural events, positioning GWK as a trusted leader in the sector.

Skills Required

• Sales and team leadership in agriculture (with irrigation expertise preferred).
• Strong data analysis and proven ability to drive growth, expansion, and profitability.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building with customers.
• Team development and performance management.
• Deep knowledge of inventory management, sales metrics, and best practices within agricultural regulations.

Other Information

• The company can expire jobs at any time at their own discretion.
• VKB Group and/or its subsidiary companies will use any personal data collected through the job opportunities section of this website for recruitment purposes only and, should your application be successful, for purposes connected with your employment.
• VKB Group is an equal opportunity employer. VKB Group's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to VKB Group's Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. VKB Group actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.
• Things to take note of when applying through our Career Portal.
• Use Google Chrome when accessing the portal
• Clear copy of your CV in either PDF or Word
• The CV should not have handwriting on the document
• NB Only Submit your CV on the Upload CV section of the application form and not a PDF that includes other documents such as ID, Driver's License and other documents. The application form will make provision for the candidate to upload supporting documents.
• When uploading profile picture, make sure the minimum size uploaded is 300 x 300px

An established landscape company is looking for an experienced irrigation technician for residential irrigation and booster pump system projects.

Responsibilities include:

• Install landscaping and irrigation projects on various sites.
• Irrigation is installed or maintained, and able to check if all is kept in good working order.
• Fault-finding when irrigation systems do not perform optimally is conducted, and corrective action is ensured.
• Pro-active communication when things do not go according to plan or additional supplies are required on site.
• Equipment is well-maintained and kept in clean working order.

MUST HAVES:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in residential irrigation systems and booster pump systems.
• Drivers Licenses -advantageous
• Matric or Irrigation qualification or related would be advantageous

Knowledge and Skills

• Be able to plan, design, and implement new irrigation systems independently.
• Able to do fault-finding and the repair of existing systems.
• Thorough knowledge of irrigation controllers and programming thereof.
• Fluent English & Afrikaans, and excellent communication skills
• Able to build and maintain health working relationships.
• Healthy, fit & physically able to move around the site with ease and speed, and able to assist with loading and heavy lifting.

Personality characteristics

• Honest, trustworthy, dependable & hard working.
• Able to efficiently and patiently communicate with residents & gardening staff.
• Proactive, taking initiative & identifying areas of concern independently.
• Good communication skills.
• Clear criminal record
• South African Citizen
• Neat, clean, tidy and presentable to clients at all times.
• Able to take initiative and suggest solutions to clients.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R12 000,00 - R15 000,00 per month

Application Question(s):

• What do you enjoy most about irrigation?

Experience:

• irrigation: 3 years (Required)

Language:

• Afrikaans and English (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Location:

• Kraaifontein North, Western Cape (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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We are seeking a candidate with experience in precision farming or related agricultural fields. The ideal candidate will have:

1. Strong understanding of agronomic principles, soil science, crop physiology, and agricultural production systems.
2. Proficiency in utilizing precision agriculture tools and technologies, such as GIS, remote sensing, GPS guidance systems, and farm management software.
3. Excellent analytical skills to interpret complex agronomic data and provide actionable recommendations.
4. Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to client sites as needed.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

1. Conducting comprehensive field assessments to analyze soil properties, crop health, and environmental factors using precision farming technologies.
2. Utilizing data collected from remote sensing, GIS, and other tools to generate field-specific recommendations for crop inputs, irrigation management, and pest control.
3. Collaborating with farmers and agricultural professionals to implement recommended practices.

This is a permanent, full-time position.

Supervision/Management: Projects Execution Manager

Netafim South Africa recently expanded their footprint into broader Africa, creating a need for an experienced designer that can help us execute projects in these areas where we do not work with the traditional dealer model as we know in South Africa. This is where we manage the whole project in-house from design, quote, to implementation. This model is excluded from RSA and will only be followed in the other African countries where we do not have a dealer network in place. The position will work closely with the project team in South Africa and in Israel and will be responsible for the irrigation design part of these projects.

Our client, an established provider of turnkey agricultural solutions, is seeking a skilled
Project Manager
to oversee the coordination and execution of commercial
irrigation projects in Lusaka, Zambia.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project coordination for Centre Pivot irrigation installations

• Liaise with clients, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure seamless execution

• Develop and manage project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation

• Monitor progress and proactively address any delays or technical issues

• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements

• Prepare regular status reports and updates for senior management

• Support business development efforts through technical input and client engagement

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Agriculture, Project Management, or a related field

• 2–3 years of experience with irrigation systems (preferably Centre Pivot technology)

• Strong organizational and leadership skills

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

• Proficiency in project management tools and Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Attributes

• Experience working with commercial farmers or agribusiness clients

• Ability to work independently and adapt to dynamic project demands

• Technical aptitude and problem-solving mindset

Please note:
The successful candidate will be required to relocate to Zambia

Description

SSK currently has the following career opportunity at its Agriland store in George. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your selling skills within a thriving agricultural environment. This successful candidate will report to the Branch Manager.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the section assigned to profitability
• Responsible for the section assigned management
• General Administration and Inventory Management

Requirements

• Must have a Grade 12 (Matric) certificate
• Knowledge and experience with irrigation systems
• Knowledge of pumps and pump selections
• Bilingual in both Afrikaans and English
• General sales orientation and computer literacy
• Strong planning and negotiation skills
• Interpersonal and communication skills

Please regard your application as unsuccessful if you do not receive feedback within one month of the closing date. SSK reserves the right not to fill any position. SSK is an equal-opportunity employer.