Position: Primary Product Inspector
Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $74,167 plus superannuation per annum
Location: Abergowrie and Long Pocket QLD 4850
Our client is seeking a Primary Product Inspector to join their team that operates sugarcane farms located in regional Queensland.
Duties and Responsibilities:
* Regularly inspecting the health and quality of sugar cane crops at different growth stages to ensure the business maintains compliance with agricultural standards and regulations.
* Conducting inspections for pests and diseases, documenting findings and recommending treatment strategies to protect crop integrity.
* Collect and analyse samples from harvested sugar cane to evaluate quality parameters such as sugar content and overall health.
* Ensure that farming practices comply with local agricultural regulations and sustainability standards, maintaining accurate records of inspections.
* Implement and oversee weed control measures, including visual inspections and application of herbicides as needed to maintain crop productivity.
* Perform soil testing to evaluate nutrient levels and overall soil health, recommending amendments to optimize crop growth.
* Maintain detailed records of inspections, treatments, and crop performance to support continuous improvement initiatives.
* Work closely with farm management to develop and implement best practices for crop management and quality enhancement.
* Provide training to farm staff on quality control processes, pest identification, and sustainable farming practices.
* Participate in the establishment and monitoring of experimental crops to assess the viability of diversification strategies beyond traditional sugar cane.
Requirements:
* Minimum AQF Diploma or higher qualification
* At least two (2) years of highly relevant work experience
* Management or leadership qualification highly regarded but not mandatory
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Commitment to quality and excellent attention to detail
* Experience with agricultural chemical handling
* Current drivers licence
* Current first aid certificate.