Position: Production Horticulturist
Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $60,000 to $70,000 plus superannuation per annum
Location: Merrigum VIC 3618
Our client is seeking an experienced full-time Production Horticulturist to join their orchid located in Merrigum, Victoria.
Tasks required include:
* Ensure that all land preparations are done as per established procedures.
* Train / monitor operators where required to ensure tasks are done as per standard procedures
* Prepare working programmes daily / weekly / monthly to facilitate implementation of respective tasks
* Assess quality of work and take corrective actions where applicable
* Ensure that all material inputs are adequate for respective operations
* Ensure the upkeep of all tractors and implements
* Liaise with Farm Operation Manager / Agronomist/ Maintenance Manager where required
* Operate various tractors and implements
* Identify and report unusual disease or plant pest signs
* Operate pressurised irrigation systems
* Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases
* Coordinate horticultural crop harvesting
* Fumigate soil
* Manage, install drainage systems
* Monitor and manage nursery plants
* Operate spreading and seeding equipment.
Requirements:
* Relevant Certificate III or Certificate IV in Production Horticulture
* At least two (2) years of relevant experience as a Production Horticulturist
* Prior experience working with Plums, Apricots & Apples would be highly regarded.