Add expected salary to your profile for insightsAVOCADO FARM HAND, MACHINERY & TRACTOR OPERATORFull-timeSunnyspot Farms operate a number of Avocado farms in the Ravensbourne and Hampton regions just outside the city of Toowoomba.Reporting to the Farm Business Manager, the role provides an opportunity for the successful applicant to further develop their operational experience in horticultural production.JOB DESCRIPTION:The successful applicant will be responsible for the daily Horticulture duties, tractor and machinery operation duties including:Tractor operations - slashing and spraying of weeds with the use of fungicides and insecticides, and other tractor and other work as requiredMaintenance – servicing equipment and basic repairsSpray unit calibrationSupervision of seasonal workers as directed.Machinery operations - use of Tractors, Loaders, Excavators, trucks, cherry pickers and ATV.Other farm maintenance and repairs where needed on items such as, irrigation, workshop and farm equipmentSpraying of soil and crops to ensure that pests, weeds, and diseases are prevented, controlled, and that crop health is maintainedAccurate preparation of chemicalsMaintain documentation of spraying to the standard required for Fresh care, Export Audit requirements and OH&S requirementsComply with OH&S regulations regarding handling and use of chemicalsMaintain a spray diary for all spray records and ensure input into the farm management program safe ag systems.Ensure that chemicals and sprays are stored in a manner that is safe, secure, and complies with OH&S legislative requirementsSKILLS & EXPERIENCE:At least 2 years of prior experience preferable in a spray/tractor/machinery operating positionTractor driving and handling of large machineryTractor maintenance skills and being comfortable around large machinery.Chemical Handlers Certificate – requiredExperience in chemical and fertiliser applicationsPest and disease identification and controlIrrigation system managementLicenced to use Forklift (HRW-LF) or willingness to obtain.Horticultural qualifications – highly regardedHC licence preferredCONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:Probation period to applyPre-Employment Medical and Drug & Alcohol screeningCurrent Australian drivers' licence is requiredHOW TO APPLY:To apply for this position please complete SEEK application online or alternatively email a copy of your current resume to: (emailprotected)
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