An irrigation specialist is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing the large, complex irrigation systems and their related components on the Stellenbosch, Tygerberg, Bellville and Worcester campuses of Stellenbosch University (SU). This includes all the components of all the irrigation systems, including pumps, motors, valves, hydraulics, mechanical components, electronic zone controllers, sprinkler heads, and all related piping. The incumbent must understand water balances and be familiar with various landscape water requirements and irrigation scheduling on the existing computerised control system.
