Located in Stanthorpe, Queensland, our farm is a large-scale supplier to the Australian supermarkets and wholesalers. Already one of the largest protected cropping strawberry growers in mainland Australia, we are currently going through a massive growth period and are looking to expand our team. We are currently seeking two qualified Irrigation Assistants. The salary offered is $72,000-78,000 per annum plus superannuation dependent on experience. The applicant should have at least a relevant Certificate II or 2 years of full-time work experience (at least 38 hours per week) at a primary producer, ideally in irrigation work. The applicant must be prepared to work on-site in regional Australia.

The Irrigation Assistants will be responsible for the following tasks:

Provide support to Irrigationist

Assist with the application of fertiliser through fertigation systems

Determine and schedule irrigations based on weather conditions

Irrigate crops as required

Assess moisture on a daily basis by undertaking crop inspections

Assist in design and implementation of the irrigation program

Install irrigation systems

Maintain pumping systems for irrigation

Daily maintenance of irrigation systems

Completing general tasks assisting others as required

Participate in staff development as requested or required

Inspect and report any maintenance required

Perform irrigation related labour including repairing valves, digging trenches, and replacing poly pipe

The successful candidates will:

Have demonstrated experience of using irrigation systems (even better if it is Priva systems)

Possess excellent problem solving abilities

Work well in a small team and on their own

Have strong communication skills

Take a detail oriented approach to collecting and reporting data

Be computer literate

Be physically fit enough to complete irrigation labouring tasks

How to apply:

Email [email protected] with the following:

A resume including any relevant credentials or roles

A cover letter addressing the selection criteria above

At least two professional references

Please note successful candidates are subject to drug screening prior to beginning employment.