Almond Orchard Technician: Young Tree & Technical Care

AgriLabour; Griffith City; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Agri Labour Australia is seeking an Almond Orchard Worker for a large-scale almond farming operation in Hillston, NSW. The role blends Young Tree Care two days a week with Technical Orchard Care for three days, in an active orchard setting where safety and teamwork are essential.

duties include care of young trees, training, irrigation checks, and basic weed management. Approximately 38 hours weekly, with potential continuation into the almond harvest.

Qualifications

• Physically fit and able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Good communication and teamwork to operate in an outdoor orchard environment.
• Ability to follow orchard procedures, safety requirements and supervisor instructions.
• Reliable, punctual and motivated to contribute to day-to-day orchard operations.
• Willingness to learn and develop practical skills in almond production.

Responsibilities

• Care for newly planted and young almond trees and check their health.
• Train and support young trees to encourage correct growth.
• Remove unwanted shoots and suckers as directed.
• Check irrigation emitters, emitters and line performance.
• Record and report orchard issues to supervisors.
• Assist with basic weed management and general orchard duties.
• Support with technical orchard care duties as directed.
• Follow safety procedures and supervisor instructions.

Skills

Physically fit

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Follow safety procedures

Punctual

Willingness to learn

Job description

Agri Labour Australia is seeking an Almond Orchard Worker for a large-scale almond farming operation in Hillston, NSW. The role blends Young Tree Care two days a week with Technical Orchard Care for three days, in an active orchard setting where safety and teamwork are essential.

duties include care of young trees, training, irrigation checks, and basic weed management. Approximately 38 hours weekly, with potential continuation into the almond harvest.