As our Farm Supervisor, you will undertake agricultural agronomic activities including land preparation, irrigation installation and operation, planting, harvesting, weeding, chemical application, car, and maintenance of field grain crops. You will assist with the implementation and operations of the Ayr Research Facility, while providing technical trial support, advice and services to (DAF), Universities and External clients to support Ayr Research Facility trials. Your efforts will be integral to establishing, enhancing and maintaining relationships with colleagues and clients.
You know you will be achieving success in the role when you:
• Work independently and with other staff, following instructions from Facility Manager and or researchers to successfully complete tasks to support research projects, including liaising with clients to plan and allocate resources to ensure efficient and effective support to all clients.
• Contribute to Ayr Research Facility strategic plans to achieve short, medium, and long-term milestones.
• Manage the Farm Support team and casual staff in accordance with DAF policies and procedures.
What you will bring:
There are some qualifications that we see as essential/desirable. You must possess:
• An Australian Diploma or Associate Diploma in Agriculture or Plant Sciences or higher (or equivalent field) from a recognised tertiary institution.
• A current “C” class drivers' licence.
• Experience in farming and/or field crop research.
• HR Truck licence or ability to acquire licence.
Why join the department?
Every day is different, and so is every team within the department. United by service and purpose, together, we are moving forward, building on a proud past towards a prosperous future. Join us and be a part of growing Queensland's agri-system.
• Have visible impact in your community, and directly contribute to making Queensland a better place to live.
• Salary sacrificing options and competitive superannuation.
• A variety of fantastic leave benefits, supported across the broader Queensland public sector.
Join us and help enrich Queensland's agricultural business
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/577195/24
Closing Date: Tuesday, 23 July 2024