IRRIGATION SUPERVISOR

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 Irrigation Operations & Water Management

• Supervise the day-to-day operation of irrigation systems.
• Plan and implement irrigation schedules based on crop, plant and landscape water requirements.
• Monitor water usage and ensure efficient utilization of available water resources.
• Inspect irrigation systems regularly to identify leaks, blockages, pressure problems and other faults.
• Ensure pumps, pipes, valves, sprinklers, drip systems and other irrigation equipment are functioning properly.
• Adjust irrigation schedules based on weather conditions, soil moisture and plant requirements.
• Monitor drainage and identify areas affected by waterlogging or inadequate drainage.
• Maintain accurate irrigation records, including water usage, schedules, system performance and maintenance activities.

Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Coordinate routine and preventive maintenance of irrigation equipment and infrastructure.
• Diagnose and resolve common irrigation system faults.
• Coordinate repairs and replacement of damaged equipment where necessary.
• Ensure irrigation infrastructure is maintained to the required operational standards.
• Monitor the condition and performance of pumps, filters, pipes, sprinklers, drip lines, valves and control systems.

 Team Supervision

• Supervise and coordinate irrigation staff and field teams.
• Allocate daily tasks and monitor work progress.
• Train staff on proper irrigation practices, equipment use and safety procedures.
• Ensure team members follow established irrigation schedules and operating procedures.
• Monitor staff performance and maintain high standards of work.

Technical Monitoring & Reporting

• Monitor soil moisture, weather conditions and plant/crop performance to guide irrigation decisions.
• Assess irrigation efficiency and recommend improvements where necessary.
• Keep records of irrigation activities, equipment maintenance and water consumption.
• Prepare regular reports on irrigation operations, system performance and any challenges encountered.
• Work closely with farm, horticulture, landscaping or operations teams to ensure irrigation requirements are met.

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Irrigation, Horticulture, Landscaping, Agricultural Engineering, Agriculture or a related field.
• At least 8 years of practical experiencein irrigation operations.
• Experience in agriculture, horticulture, landscaping, golf courses, nurseries or similar environmentswill be an advantage.
• Proven experience supervising irrigation teams and managing irrigation systems.

HOW TO APPLY

• If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on recruitment@britesmanagement.com
• Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
• Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.