Senior Agricultural and Agritech Technician

Our people are the heart of our success!

Are you passionate about fresh, high-quality produce and looking to make a meaningful impact in the food industry? We are dedicated to bringing the best produce from farm to table. Join our dynamic team and be part of a company that values people, innovation, sustainability, and community. If you're ready to grow your career, and have a one team and safety-first approach, we want to hear from you!

Established in 2016, Seven Fields Pty Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Nutrano Produce Group, is one of Australia's leading produce companies, founded on a deep respect for our people, our growers, and the communities in which we operate in.

About the Role

The Senior Agricultural and Agritech Technician is responsible for supporting the requirements of the Abbotsleigh farming region and specifically supporting the Farm Manager.

• Ensure the values of Safety, Quality, Efficiency, Integrity and Respect are always upheld.
• To coordinate and oversee the cultivation of trees and other crops from planting through to
• harvesting to produce consistent, above average yields of quality produce.
• To work with all Farm staff to ensure they are fulfilling their roles efficiently and safely within a team environment.
• To ensure the ongoing maintenance of the equipment, buildings and property owned by Nutrano
• Automation development, Implementation and operation

Key Responsibilities

Assist in carrying out all crop maintenance and development from ground preparation to harvesting including but not limited to:

• Spraying and associated activities – herbicides, insecticides and fungicides
• Slashing & mowing
• Operation of various plant and equipment
• Irrigation operation, repairs and maintenance
• Farm maintenance
• Plant and machinery maintenance
• Cultural practices – Planting, Pruning, Weeding, Thinning, Harvesting
• Record keeping, maintaining records of activity
• Other tasks and duties as directed

Additionally:

• Ensure all machinery you use is kept in good order and repair. Specifically, ensuring that daily checks and regular maintenance is carried out and any suspected problems are brought to the attention of the Farm Manager or Maintenance Person
• Report any property, crop or equipment defects promptly to the Farm Manager.
• Always maintain a high standard of work practices.
• Ensure the equipment you use is calibrated correctly.
• Ensure Standard Operating Procedures are followed, reviewed and updated.
• Operating of farm machinery including but not limited to: trucks, tractors, quad bikes, spray equipment, telehandlers, front end mowers, whipper-snippers, hedgers.
• Support harvesting activities –; operation of trucks and tractors with forklift attachments.
• Supporting the irrigation person through operation and maintenance of irrigation systems
• Maintaining the property, buildings, plant and equipment in a clean and tidy state.
• Any general duties required in the running of the farm as deemed necessary by management.

Automation

• Operating, and maintaining automated systems, as well as analysing data to optimize farming operations
• Manage and operate automated systems, including autonomous tractors
• Utilize data from automated systems to implement precision farming techniques, such as variable rate application of fertilizers and pesticides
• Progress Reporting on autonyms systems
• Work autonomously

Agronomy/Farm Practices

• Continually develop your knowledge base on growing citrus and other crops that we cultivate
• Understand, the fertiliser and spray programs in conjunction with the Farm Manager and Agronomy team.
• Ensure calibration of relevant equipment
• Maintain the farm, equipment and facilities in a clean and tidy state
• Establish and manage trials through to conclusion with the assistance and guidance of the Farm Manager and agronomy team.

Health and Safety

• Helping the Farm Manager ensure that all farm staff are appropriately inducted and trained.
• Taking responsibility for conforming to our Health & Safety Policies and Procedures
• Recommending changes to policies to the Farm Manager
• Ensure any safety issues that are identified and reported as a matter of urgency

Supplier Management and Stock Control

• Establish and maintain close contact with farm suppliers and contractors
• Assist manage stock levels of inputs such that the business is not carrying unnecessary levels of stock e.g. fertiliser, chemicals
• Assisting with stock takes

Contribution to strategy

• Identify opportunities to increase revenue and/or reduce expenses and recommend to the Farm Manager
• Provide input to strategic and operational plans for the property
• Recommend expenditure on infrastructure and equipment

Systems and Procedures

• To undertake training in quality and operational procedures

Other Duties

• Any other duties as required

Education/Experience

• Proven experience in managing a farming / food production / food processing facility
• Previous work experience in a regional / remote location
• Knowledge and experience in managing large / complex horticultural properties
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in automation
• Knowledge of irrigation and moisture control systems
• Good working knowledge of production / processing practices and equipment.
• A current drivers’ licence
• Be a team member and actively contribute to ensure quality and business objectives are gained.
• Identify and inform Management of any ideas you may have on how we can improve the safety, quality or efficiency in what we do.
• Be flexible to changing conditions.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive package (based on experience). A salary range of $100,000 to $115,000 applies to this full-time role, based near Gin Gin.
• Work with a supportive team aligned to strong values and a "One Team" culture.
• Full working rights in Australia is preferred.

If you think this role is for you, we would love to hear from you!