Field Technician, Citrus Production

Costa Group; Australia; Remote; AUD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Costa Group is seeking a motivated Technical Assistant to support our Citrus Production team across the Sunraysia region. This field-based role focuses on orchard monitoring, crop assessments, data collection and reporting to support production decisions and harvest planning.

You will work in the orchard, collecting data, monitoring fruit development, and assisting with harvest readiness. The role requires attention to detail, good communication, ability to travel between sites, and a commitment

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to collecting and recording data.
• Interest in horticulture, agriculture, or citrus production.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks across multiple farm locations.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Intermediate computer skills and confidence using mobile devices and reporting systems.
• Commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Current driver’s licence and reliable transport.
• Good physical fitness and the ability to walk orchards and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Orchard Monitoring and Crop Assessment.
• Conduct regular orchard inspections across citrus production areas.
• Monitor crop development and fruit maturity.
• Pest monitoring.
• Assist with harvest readiness assessments and crop forecasting activities.
• Sampling and Data Collection.
• Monitor fruit size

Skills

Attention to detail

Data collection

Fieldwork

Communication skills

Driver's license

Computer literacy

Tools

Mobile devices

Reporting software

Pest monitoring tools

Job description

Costa Group is seeking a motivated Technical Assistant to support our Citrus Production team across the Sunraysia region. This field-based role focuses on orchard monitoring, crop assessments, data collection and reporting to support production decisions and harvest planning.

You will work in the orchard, collecting data, monitoring fruit development, and assisting with harvest readiness. The role requires attention to detail, good communication, ability to travel between sites, and a commitment