Irrigation Technician - Franschhoek

Luxury Wine Estate based close to Franschhoek is looking for an Irrigation Technician.

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.

Staff transport available from Franschhoek, Paarl and Stellenbosch.

Duties:

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 LCSA’s neatness and tidiness standards

Follows and implements management and inspection protocols

Making recommendations/suggestions regarding irrigation systems to reduce costs and water usage

Management of irrigation systems to reduce replanting and water usage

Requirements:

Matric would be advantageous

At least 2 years’ experience working in a similar position

Ability to assess landscaped conditions to ensure a healthy growing environment

Communicate accurately and timely to ensure speed of quality of services

Must be able to operate garden equipment and tools

Must be a team player

Local Franschhoek candidates would be advantageous