Agricultural Technician (Spray Rig Operator)

Company: Topfield Farms Pty Ltd

Location: Coonawarra Region, South Australia

Employment Type: Permanent full-time

Salary: $80,000 to $95,000 p.a. plus 12% superannuation

About the Company

Topfield Farms Pty Ltd, located in the premium farming region of Coonawarra SA, is currently seeking 2 x qualified Spray Rig Operators (Agricultural Technician) to join our diverse and expanding farm operation. We grow both broadacre crops and horticultural produce and are investing in modern spraying technology including Hardy Navigator and self-propelled spray rigs.

Main Responsibilities

· Operate and maintain agricultural spray equipment.

· Mix and apply crop protection products following safety guidelines and legal requirements.

· Calibrate nozzles, adjust pressure and spray patterns for specific crops and weather conditions.

· Conduct daily equipment checks and carry out minor servicing and maintenance tasks.

· Maintain accurate spray diaries, chemical usage logs, and equipment servicing records.

· Work with the farm manager to schedule chemical applications.

· Follow all WHS policies and environmental regulations for chemical use and disposal.

Education / Experience / Skills

Non-negotiable skills

· Experience operating agricultural boomsprays or self-propelled sprayers.

· Familiarity with both broadacre and horticultural cropping systems.

· Ability to carry out minor mechanical repairs and preventive maintenance.

Desirable skills:

· ChemCert Accreditation (or willingness to obtain upon commencement).

· HR or HC truck licence (or willingness to obtain).

· Sound record-keeping, attention to detail, and awareness of farm safety standards.

· Prior use of Hardy Navigator sprayer or similar equipment.

· Experience using GPS-guided spray systems or other precision farming tools.

· Physically fit, safety-conscious, and capable of working independently.

· Knowledge of South Australian agricultural chemical regulations and APVMA label compliance.

About You

You are a practical, detail-focused person with a strong work ethic and a passion for precision in agricultural operations. You’re self-motivated, enjoy working outdoors, and are comfortable operating complex machinery in a farming environment.

Agribusiness Recruitment Pty Ltd thanks all applicants. However, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

For confidential enquiries call Andrew, Nick, Peter M, Cameron, Peter W or Wayne on 1300 247 421 and email your resume in Word format to [email protected] quoting J3562 or apply via www.agrecruit.com.au