Irrigation Engineer

Full Time: Monday to Friday (8am to 5.30pm), Saturday (8am to 3.30pm).

Number of required persons: 1

Station: Arua(WEST NILE)

Roles and responsibilities of the Irrigation Engineer

1.       Design, install, and manage irrigation systems, including pumps, control systems, and pipelines, while performing specialized tasks during adverse weather and facility closures.
2.       Provide technical support to farmers, recommending upgrades and replacements for water systems, detecting and fixing leaks, and ensuring efficient system performance.
3.       Develop in-depth knowledge of Omia Agribusiness products and services to assess market opportunities and promote water-saving technologies and sustainable practices, such as soil conservation and water management.
4.       Conduct field surveys, collect data, document challenges, and report findings to aid decision-making, supporting ongoing irrigation system improvements.
5.       Collaborate with the team to train farmer groups on irrigation technologies, assess training needs, and implement tailored programs for efficient farming.
6.       Maintain accurate farmer profiling, oversee asset care, stay updated on industry trends, and regularly communicate key updates to management while submitting progress reports on irrigation system installations and performance.

Qualification and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in AGRICULTURAL or IRRIGATION ENGINEERING

Knowledge and work experience of wet utilities, pressure pipes, drainages and portable solar water pumps installation.

Past experience in Irrigation works and Agricultural Inputs Business is an added advantage

Language

1.       English
2.       Lugbara
3.       Juba Arabic
4.       Kakwa

Other Skills required

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Irrigation Design Software like CAD.

Physical Requirements:

Must be willing to travel to the field.

Ability to ride a motorcycle is a MUST.

Application procedure

Submit application letter, CV and copies of relevant academic documents to; [email protected], Copy: [email protected]

Please Include “Irrigation Engineer” in the subject line of the email.

Hand delivered applications shall not be accepted.

Deadline: 27th September, 2024