Hands-On Hydroponics Farm Assistant

Cambooya Services; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Modular Farms is seeking a reliable, hands-on person to support day-to-day operations at our Brisbane farms. The role involves planting, crop care, harvesting, packing and maintaining indoor hydroponic systems.

You will monitor crop performance, record data, and assist with maintenance, deliveries, stock movements and assembly of new farming systems as the business grows. No formal farming qualifications are required.

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications or specific farming experience are needed.
• Reliable, punctual and able to work without constant supervision.
• Willing to learn and have a go at unfamiliar tasks.
• Comfortable with physical and repetitive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Plant seedlings and day-to-day crop care.
• Harvest, weigh, pack and prepare fresh produce for orders.
• Monitor hydroponic growing systems, water quality, nutrients and crop performance.
• Clean and sanitise growing areas, equipment and workspaces.
• Complete routine maintenance and basic repairs around the farm.
• Receive, organise and move stock and materials.
• Assist with local deliveries and loading/unloading equipment.
• Help assemble and install modular farming systems as needed.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, cleanliness and workplace safety.

Skills

Reliable

Hands-on

Practical

Problem-solving

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Modular Farms is a family-owned Queensland business growing fresh produce out of custom-built shipping container farms right here in Brisbane.

As our business continues to grow, we are looking for a practical, reliable and hands-on person to join our team and support the day-to-day operation of our farms in Banyo and Hamilton.

About The Role

The role is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys the practical work, including planting, crop care, harvesting, packing and maintaining our indoor hydroponic growing systems.

You will also help monitor crop performance, record data and help manage growing schedules to ensure the right varieties are planted at the right time to meet customer demand and harvest targets. As a growing business, you'll also help with maintenance, deliveries, stock movements and the assembly of new farming systems when required.

No formal qualifications or specific farming experience are needed. We're looking for someone who is reliable, uses common sense and isn't afraid to get stuck in.

If you've got a bit of a green thumb, enjoy growing things, and like practical hands-on work, this is the role for you.

What you'll be doing

Planting seedlings and completing day-to-day crop care

Harvesting, weighing, packing and preparing fresh produce for orders

Monitoring and maintaining hydroponic growing systems, including water quality, nutrient levels and crop performance

Cleaning and sanitising growing areas, equipment, tools and workspaces

Completing routine maintenance and basic repairs around the farm

Receiving, organising and moving stock, growing supplies and materials

Assisting with local deliveries and loading or unloading equipment

Helping assemble, fit out and install modular farming systems as the business grows

Maintaining high standards of food safety, cleanliness and workplace safety

Pitching in with other farm, workshop and operational tasks as needed

Able to safely use a range of hand tools for maintenance and assembly tasks.

About you

You don't need to come from a farming background to be successful in this role. We are looking for someone who is:

Reliable, punctual and able to work without constant supervision

Practical, hands-on and comfortable using initiative

Takes pride in keeping work areas neat, tidy and well organised

Willing to learn and have a go at unfamiliar tasks

Able to problem-solve and adapt when priorities change

Comfortable with physical work, including standing, bending, lifting and repetitive tasks

Comfortable working in an indoor controlled growing environment and compact spaces

Available for at least 15 hours per week, with some flexibility around hours

Current driver's licence and reliable access to a car

Experience in farming, gardening, packing, warehousing, maintenance, construction or using tools would be helpful, but it is not essential.

Hours and opportunity

This role offers a minimum of 15 hours per week, with additional hours available for those seeking more work.

As Modular Farms continues to grow, a full-time opportunity may be available for the right candidate.

How to apply

Please apply with your resume and a short note explaining why a varied, hands-on role appeals to you.

Include your general availability and any practical experience you have gained through work, study, hobbies or personal projects.

Applications for this role will close on 30 October 2026.

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