LMB Farming Admin Pty Ltd is currently seeking experienced Agricultural Technicians to perform and supervise a range of day to day farm operations on two of our banana farms based in the Innisfail region, North Queensland.

About the role

The responsibilities of this position are to assist the Farm Manager in carrying out duties associated with the day-to-day and long-term management of all areas involved in running a banana farm. It will be their duty to assist with developing and implementing appropriate strategies to meet longer-term production goals and deliver gains towards profitability, efficiency and quality.

This is a hands-on role with plenty of opportunity for career growth.

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Assist with examining topographical, physical and soil characteristics of farmland to identify nutrient deficiencies and determine the most effective use

Assisting in developing new methods of planting, fertilising, harvesting and processing crops to achieve optimum land usage

Analysing produce to set and maintain standards of quality and yields of banana crops

Keep up to date with knowledge of pests and diseases that threaten the banana industry. Have an understanding of how they spread, how to treat them and assist agricultural scientists in identifying pathogenic micro-organisms, insects, parasites, fungi and weeds that are harmful to crops.

Assisting in areas such as research, production, servicing and marketing in devising methods of control of pests and diseases

Maintaining accurate up to date records

Assist in ensuring that the farm meets projected KPI’s

Organising farm equipment, crop monitoring and agricultural products

Ensuring field activities are performed in accordance with standard operating procedures, quality and safety standards

Training, instructing and supervising farm workers

Ensuring compliance with governing bodies, government regulations and health and safety standards across the farm

Protecting the environment and maintaining biodiversity

Understanding the implications of the weather and making contingency plans

Maintain packing shed equipment and facilities in accordance with health and safety standards

Organising maintenance/repair of farm property, equipment and machinery

Competent in the use of horticultural plant equipment

Understanding the application and use of chemicals and fertilizers

Ability to deal with operational emergencies

Variations in workloads relate to seasonal demands – some additional hours may be necessary during busy periods (eg during harvesting).

Skills and experience

The successful applicant must possess a formal qualification in business, management, agriculture, horticulture, land management or crop/plant science. A minimum of 12 months practical skills and industry experience is required for this position. Further specific training will be conducted as deemed necessary.

Key attributes for an Agricultural Technician

Initiative
Flexibility
Reliability
Honesty
Good communication skills
Analytical skills
Computer/Administrative skills
Unrestricted working rights
Ability to work in a physically demanding role
Enjoy working outdoors all year round
Ability to work effectively both in a team and independently
Mechanical aptitude
Willing to work extra hours in peak seasons as required.

Salary $50,000 - $60,000 /year

All applications must be submitted via email to applicationslmb@gmail.com with the reference of Agricultural Technician.

Applications close 2nd October 2020.

Agricultural Technician - Multiple Positions

Private Listing Innisfail QLD 4860

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