Assistant Irrigation Manager at Golden Sugar, Sunti – Flour Mills

JOB TITLE: Assistant Irrigation Manager

JOB LOCATION: Sunti, Niger

JOB DETAILS:

• The Assistant Irrigation Manager will support the Irrigation Manager in the installation, maintenance, and management of irrigation systems across the estate.
• The role involves overseeing irrigation system operations, ensuring efficient water use, and assisting with various irrigation projects to meet agricultural production goals.   

Responsibilities

• System Installation: Plan and oversee the installation of irrigation systems to ensure they are completed within the set deadlines.  
• Scheduling: Assist in developing irrigation schedules based on field requirements, harvesting schedules, and environmental factors.  
• System Setup: Supervise and assist with the installation of centre pivots, pump sets, pipelines, and fittings.  
• Construction Supervision: Oversee civil works related to pump station construction, canal building, and culvert installation.  
• System Upkeep: Supervise maintenance activities on pump sets, centre pivots, sprinkler systems, and pipelines.  
• Field Scheduling: Assist in scheduling irrigation for fields, considering harvesting schedules, evaporation statistics, and soil water holding capacities.  
• Skills Development: Provide training on irrigation scheduling, efficiency, and maintenance of irrigation structures. 

Requirements

• A degree in Agricultural Engineering, or a minimum of 2 years of experience in irrigation installation. 
• Added advantage: Experience working in remote regions in developing projects 
• 2 Year cognate experience. 

The Person Must:

• Have knowledge of sustainable agriculture practices.   
• Be familiar with precision irrigation technologies (eg drip irrigation, precision sprinkles etc)  
• Understand crop physiology and water requirements.  
• Be familiar with irrigation design and management.   
• Have good communication and collaboration skills.   

HOW TO APPLY
To apply for the ongoing Flour Mills job opening, visit the APPLICATION PORTAL to submit your application