Crop Imaging & Data Technician

AG Workforce; Emerald; On-site; AUD 26,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

AG Workforce is seeking a Regional Crop Imaging & Data Technician to collect high-quality crop imagery and data from the Gippsland, Cranbourne and South Werribee regions. The role is field-based, requires travel to farms, and supports flexible hours with a minimum of 20 hours per week.

The position involves using provided imaging equipment to capture crop images at various growth stages, recording field data, and coordinating with growers and team members.

Qualifications

• Interest or background in agriculture, agronomy or horticulture.
• Basic understanding of cropping systems.
• Able to use smartphones, tablets and apps.
• Height requirement 1.80 m for equipment.
• Willingness to travel within Greater Melbourne region.
• Own ABN or willingness to obtain one.
• Current and valid driver’s licence and suitable personal vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with farmers and secure access to crops for data collection.
• Utilise imaging equipment to capture high-quality images of the crop.
• Monitor crop growth and accurately record field data.

Skills

Agriculture background

Tech-savvy

Field data collection

Self-motivated

Willing to travel

ABN holder

Driver's license

Tools

Imaging equipment

Job description

Our client is a European-based company focused on AI-powered precision agricultural technology. They are looking for dynamic and engaged individuals to collect vital data for ongoing product development.

The Regional Crop Imaging & Data Technician is responsible for collecting high-quality crop imagery and data from the Southern Victorian region. This is a hands-on, field-based role requiring someone physically fit and able-bodied, who is happy to travel to various farms and growers within the Gippsland, Cranbourne and South Werribee regions. The role is flexible and can be completed around other commitments provided the candidate can complete a minimum of 20 hours a week.

Key responsibilities

• Build relationships with farmers and growers and secure access to crops for data collection
• Utilise specialised imaging equipment, which will be provided, to capture high-quality images of the crop during various stages of growth
• Monitor and document crop growth and accurately record field data

Key qualities for successful applicants

• Interest or background in agriculture, agronomy or horticulture with a basic understanding of cropping systems
• Confident with using technology and tools such as smartphones, tablets and apps
• Due to the mechanics and safety issues relating to the use of the imaging machine, operators are required to be a minimum of 1.80 m tall — the machine is 1.8 m long and weighs approximately 10 kg. It has been ergonomically designed but will require someone fit and able-bodied
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively within the Greater Melbourne region
• Self-motivated, organised and efficient while working independently
• Able to regularly coordinate with other members of the company and growers
• Holding your own ABN or willingness to obtain one will be highly regarded
• Current and valid driver’s licence, and suitable personal vehicle to transport the equipment

This is an exciting opportunity to be an integral part of the introduction of brand-new technology into Australia which aims to improve production and efficiencies on a dramatic scale. All work-related travel costs will be covered by the employer. If you have a passion for sustainable agriculture and want to play a part in developing new technologies, this could be the perfect role for you.