The Assistant Irrigation Manager will support the Irrigation Manager in the installation, maintenance, and management of irrigation systems across the estate. The role involves overseeing irrigation system operations, ensuring efficient water use, and assisting with various irrigation projects to meet agricultural production goals.
THE JOB
- System Installation: Plan and oversee the installation of irrigation systems to ensure they are completed within the set deadlines.
- Scheduling: Assist in developing irrigation schedules based on field requirements, harvesting schedules, and environmental factors.
- System Setup: Supervise and assist with the installation of centre pivots, pump sets, pipelines, and fittings.
- Construction Supervision: Oversee civil works related to pump station construction, canal building, and culvert installation.
- System Upkeep: Supervise maintenance activities on pump sets, centre pivots, sprinkler systems, and pipelines.
- Field Scheduling: Assist in scheduling irrigation for fields, considering harvesting schedules, evaporation statistics, and soil water holding capacities.
- Skills Development: Provide training on irrigation scheduling, efficiency, and maintenance of irrigation structures.
THE PERSON MUST
Have knowledge of sustainable agriculture practices.
Be familiar with precision irrigation technologies (eg drip irrigation, precision sprinkles etc)
Understand crop physiology and water requirements.
Be familiar with irrigation design and management.
Have good communication and collaboration skills.
QUALIFICATION
A degree in Agricultural Engineering, or a minimum of 2 years of experience in irrigation installation.
Added advantage: Experience working in remote regions in developing projects
EXPERIENCE
2 Year cognate experience.
