Irrigation Technician
Phoenix Recruitment · Western Cape
Posted 2 November 2026
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Start free — we apply for you →- 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