Junior Cultivation Technician

Broken Nose Vanilla
Innisfail, QLD
A$65,000-$70,000 p/a
Farming, Animals & Conservation → Horticulture
Full-time
On-site

Posted 1 day ago


This is a hands-on full-time role ideal for someone who enjoys outdoor work, is eager to learn, and passionate about plants, soil, and bees. You will assist in field and farm operations under the direction of the Cultivation Lead/Manager, and support lab-based post-harvest and product processing.

Your responsibilities will extend across:

Vanilla vine management, including propagation, trellising, hand pollination & harvesting

Papaya production, including planting, nutrient management, fruit harvest, and papain extraction

Seasonal rice cultivation, including field layout, planting, care, and harvesting

Essential oil crops, including planting, distillation prep, and weeding

Beekeeping, including hive maintenance, pollination management, and honey/wax collection

Lab & processing assistance, including sample prep, cleaning, and documentation

Key Responsibilities:

Perform field tasks: planting, transplanting, pruning, irrigation, fertilization, and pest/disease management

Operate or assist in the use of tractors and other farm machinery (training provided if needed)

Assist with hive inspections, feeding, swarm prevention, and honey collection

Maintain records and assist in data entry/reporting using Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets

Participate in post-harvest processing and lab-scale product prep

Follow all farm hygiene, biosecurity and safety protocols

Contribute to a positive, learning-focused team environment

What We’re Looking For:

Diploma or Degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, or related field (Highly Desirable)

Basic knowledge or a strong interest in beekeeping (training can be provided)

Experience or willingness to learn farm machinery operation (especially tractors)

Familiarity with field crop management practices

Competency in reporting and digital tools like Excel and Google Sheets

Physically fit, comfortable working in hot/humid outdoor environments

Eager to learn and take initiative under the guidance of senior technicians

What We Offer:

A full-time role with opportunities for long-term development

Skill-building in multi-crop tropical farming and integrated beekeeping

Training in lab techniques, organic practices, and machine operation

Supportive and inclusive team culture

Involvement in innovative, sustainability-focused agriculture

On-site accommodation available for the right candidate post-interview


About Broken Nose Vanilla

QLD, Australia

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