Irrigation Systems Expert – Sunflower
2025-06-24T06:34:37+00:00
Tabono Consult Limited
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Dodoma
Dodoma
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Tanzania
Consulting
Management
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The Irrigation Systems Expert will be responsible for the full planning, setup, operation, and maintenance of sprinkler irrigation systems across large-scale sunflower farms (500–2000+ acres). This role is critical to ensuring the efficient and sustainable use of water resources for optimal sunflower crop health and yield.
The expert must have deep hands-on knowledge of sprinkler irrigation, including water sourcing, system layout, and equipment selection (pipes, engines, pumps, and fittings). The role includes the ability to identify and develop water sources (wells, ponds), design effective water distribution networks, and manage ongoing irrigation operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and implement efficient sprinkler irrigation systems tailored for sunflower farming across large acreage.
- Identify and assess suitable water sources including wells, ponds, or other reservoirs.
- Oversee the construction and setup of irrigation ponds, pump stations, and pipelines.
- Select and procure appropriate equipment including pipes, engines, sprinkler heads, valves, and pumps.
- Work with suppliers to source cost-effective, high-quality irrigation materials.
- Supervise the installation, daily operation, and maintenance of the irrigation system.
- Monitor water usage, soil moisture levels, and system performance to optimize irrigation schedules.
- Train and supervise irrigation teams and ensure proper handling of equipment.
- Coordinate with agronomists and farm managers to align irrigation timing with the sunflower crop growth stages.
- Prepare cost estimates and budgets for irrigation-related projects and infrastructure.
- Troubleshoot technical issues and perform repairs or adjustments to ensure continuous irrigation performance.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Degree or diploma in Agricultural Engineering, Irrigation Engineering, Agronomy, or a related field.
- Minimum 5–10 years of experience in setting up and managing sprinkler irrigation for
- Proven knowledge of: Pond and well development, Engine-powered water pumping systems, Pipe systems, fittings, and sprinkler layout for large fields.
- Experience in sourcing irrigation equipment and materials locally and internationally.
- Ability to read and interpret technical layouts and irrigation plans.
- Strong leadership and problem-solving skills.
- Shamba mindset, ready to work hands-on and outdoors.
- Fluent in English (spoken and written).
Key Responsibilities: Design and implement efficient sprinkler irrigation systems tailored for sunflower farming across large acreage. Identify and assess suitable water sources including wells, ponds, or other reservoirs. Oversee the construction and setup of irrigation ponds, pump stations, and pipelines. Select and procure appropriate equipment including pipes, engines, sprinkler heads, valves, and pumps. Work with suppliers to source cost-effective, high-quality irrigation materials. Supervise the installation, daily operation, and maintenance of the irrigation system. Monitor water usage, soil moisture levels, and system performance to optimize irrigation schedules. Train and supervise irrigation teams and ensure proper handling of equipment. Coordinate with agronomists and farm managers to align irrigation timing with the sunflower crop growth stages. Prepare cost estimates and budgets for irrigation-related projects and infrastructure. Troubleshoot technical issues and perform repairs or adjustments to ensure continuous irrigation performance.
Experience in sourcing irrigation equipment and materials locally and internationally. Ability to read and interpret technical layouts and irrigation plans. Strong leadership and problem-solving skills. Shamba mindset, ready to work hands-on and outdoors. Fluent in English (spoken and written).
Qualifications & Requirements: Degree or diploma in Agricultural Engineering, Irrigation Engineering, Agronomy, or a related field. Minimum 5–10 years of experience in setting up and managing sprinkler irrigation
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Vacancy title:
Irrigation Systems Expert – Sunflower
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Consulting, Category: Management]
Jobs at:
Tabono Consult Limited
Deadline of this Job:
Sunday, July 6 2025
Duty Station:
Dodoma | Tanzania
Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, June 24 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
The Irrigation Systems Expert will be responsible for the full planning, setup, operation, and maintenance of sprinkler irrigation systems across large-scale sunflower farms (500–2000+ acres). This role is critical to ensuring the efficient and sustainable use of water resources for optimal sunflower crop health and yield.
The expert must have deep hands-on knowledge of sprinkler irrigation, including water sourcing, system layout, and equipment selection (pipes, engines, pumps, and fittings). The role includes the ability to identify and develop water sources (wells, ponds), design effective water distribution networks, and manage ongoing irrigation operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and implement efficient sprinkler irrigation systems tailored for sunflower farming across large acreage.
- Identify and assess suitable water sources including wells, ponds, or other reservoirs.
- Oversee the construction and setup of irrigation ponds, pump stations, and pipelines.
- Select and procure appropriate equipment including pipes, engines, sprinkler heads, valves, and pumps.
- Work with suppliers to source cost-effective, high-quality irrigation materials.
- Supervise the installation, daily operation, and maintenance of the irrigation system.
- Monitor water usage, soil moisture levels, and system performance to optimize irrigation schedules.
- Train and supervise irrigation teams and ensure proper handling of equipment.
- Coordinate with agronomists and farm managers to align irrigation timing with the sunflower crop growth stages.
- Prepare cost estimates and budgets for irrigation-related projects and infrastructure.
- Troubleshoot technical issues and perform repairs or adjustments to ensure continuous irrigation performance.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Degree or diploma in Agricultural Engineering, Irrigation Engineering, Agronomy, or a related field.
- Minimum 5–10 years of experience in setting up and managing sprinkler irrigation for
- Proven knowledge of: Pond and well development, Engine-powered water pumping systems, Pipe systems, fittings, and sprinkler layout for large fields.
- Experience in sourcing irrigation equipment and materials locally and internationally.
- Ability to read and interpret technical layouts and irrigation plans.
- Strong leadership and problem-solving skills.
- Shamba mindset, ready to work hands-on and outdoors.
- Fluent in English (spoken and written).
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 60
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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