Our Client is looking for a Landscaping Irrigation Technician to join their team.
Location: Franschhoek
About Job
- The Irrigation Technician will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of all irrigation systems across the estate and other properties.
- The role requires a proactive and hands-on individual who can ensure efficient water usage, maintain system functionality, and support overall landscaping and vineyard health.
Main Responsibilities:- Install, maintain, and repair irrigation systems.
- Program time clocks for automated irrigation systems.
- Manage and control inventory of irrigation parts and spares.
- Install and program irrigation electronic controllers.
- Monitor soil moisture levels.
- Maintain optimum soil moisture levels.
- Any general landscaping work required during winter or rainy periods.
- Upskilling the landscaping and garden teams in line with established neatness and tidiness standards.
- Follow and implement management and inspection protocols.
- Make recommendations or suggestions regarding irrigation systems to reduce costs and water usage.
- Manage irrigation systems to reduce replanting and water usage.
Experience and Skills:- Ability to assess landscaped conditions to ensure a healthy growing environment.
- Communicate accurately and timely to ensure speed and quality of services.
- Must be able to operate garden equipment and tools.
- Must be a team player.
Inherent Requirements:- Matric would be advantageous.
- 2 years’ experience working in a similar position.
- Local Franschhoek candidates would be advantageous.
Desired Skills:
- Landscaping Irrigation Technician
- Water Systems Technician
- Estate Irrigation Operative
