Landscaping Irrigation Technician

About the position

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