Agriculture Irrigation and Drainage Engineer

Our Client In The Energy Sector Is Looking To Hire An Agriculture Irrigation And Drainage Engineer. The Successful Candidate Shall Be Responsible For Planning And Coordinating The Designing Of New Surface Irrigation Systems For The Estate Which Includes The Layflat Surfaces And Irrigation Systems For Small Scale Farmers.

Duties And Responsibilities
Planning And Coordinating The Installation Of Surface Irrigation Systems For The Estate Which Includes The Layflat Surface And Irrigation Small-Scale Systems.
Planning And Coordinating The Repair, Maintenance And Modifications Of Existing Surface Irrigation Systems For The Estate.
Designing, Planning, Coordination And Evaluation Of The Construction Of Drip Bulk Water Supply Systems
Monitoring The Management Of Drip Irrigation Operation And Maintenance Of Existing Drip Irrigation Blocks.
Planning, Designing And Evaluating New Drainage Systems For The Estate.
Planning The Repair And Maintenance Of The Existing Drainage Systems
Advising And Coordinating Designs Of Bulk Water Supply Structures And Drainage Systems When Requested.
Advising And Coordination Of Construction Of Water Supply Systems For Community Irrigation And Domestic Water Supply As Requested
Crafting Of Sops For Irrigation And Drainage Designing Construction, Operation And Maintenance.
Controlling And Managing The Department’s Costs In Line With The Set Department’ Budget.

Experience and Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree In Land And Water Resources Management, Honors Degree In Agriculture Engineering With Specializations In Irrigation Or Any Other Relevant Qualification Equivalent.
A Master’s Degree Is An Added Distinctive Advantage.
A Professional Certificate In Water Engineering Will Be An Added Advantage.
A Minimum Of 5 Years’ Experience In Designing And Maintenance Of Irrigation Systems In Sugarcane Growing Environment At Management Level Is Required.
Leadership, Budgeting And Managerial Skills Are a Requirement.
Problem-Solving Skills.
Project Management Skills.
Computer Literate And Valid Driving License Added Advantage.
The Ability To Demonstrate a Genuine Knowledge And Interest Of The Water Industry And Environmental Issues.