IPM Grounds Team Member

Flavorite; Warragul; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retail Perks

Wellness Discounts

Lifestyle Benefits

Fresh Produce Giveaways

Recognition & Rewards

Job summary

Flavorite is seeking an IPM Ground Team Member based at our Warragul site to support hygiene, pest management and grounds maintenance. You will work with the IPM team and stakeholders to ensure safe, productive growing operations and accurate record-keeping of spray applications and chemical usage.

You will contribute to a safe workplace by following procedures and promoting continuous improvement, with emphasis on environmental sustainability and teamwork in a dynamic farm setting.

Qualifications

• Experience operating spray equipment and applying herbicides or agricultural chemicals.
• Experience undertaking grounds maintenance, weeding, mowing or similar outdoor operational activities.
• Experience working in horticulture, agriculture, greenhouse or farming environments is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hygiene, sanitation, weeding, mowing and grounds maintenance activities to maintain clean, compliant and well-presented growing environments.
• Safely and accurately complete crop spray applications, pest control activities and IPM operations in accordance with procedures and safety standards.
• Monitor and maintain IPM equipment, sticky traps, bait stations and chemical supplies to support effective pest management programs.
• Maintain accurate records of spray applications, chemical usage and IPM activities while supporting inventory management and regulatory compliance.
• Contribute to a safe workplace by following health and safety procedures, reporting hazards and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.

Skills

Chemical spraying

Pest control

Grounds maintenance

Record keeping

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Tools

Forklift

Spray equipment

IPM equipment

Tractors

Job description

AtFlavorite,we’reproud to be Australia’s largest glasshouse producer of fresh, premium produce. We grow, market, distribute, and supply high-quality produce both nationally and internationally, driven by a commitment to sustainability, innovation, and excellence in plant cultivation. The driving force behind our story is our people. With over 1,200 team members across our sites,we’repassionate about supporting personal growth and career development. Our goal is to grow the most flavoursome produce in the most sustainable way. We foster a safe, inclusive, and connected environment where every individual feels empowered to contribute and grow alongside us. We invest in innovation, growth, and most importantly, our people!

What you will be doingand delivering

As the IPM Ground Team Member, you will be based at our Warragul site, reporting to the IPM Supervisor. You will play a key role in maintaining a safe, clean and productive growing environment by delivering hygiene, weeding, crop protection and grounds maintenance activities across the farm. Working closely with the IPM team and operational stakeholders, you will support effective pest management, maintain site presentation and equipment, and contribute to the health, safety and productivity of Flavorite's growing operations.

• Deliver hygiene, sanitation, weeding, mowing and grounds maintenance activities to maintain clean, compliant and well-presented growing environments.
• Safely and accurately complete crop spray applications, pest control activities and IPM operations in accordance with procedures and safety standards.
• Monitor and maintain IPM equipment, sticky traps, bait stations and chemical supplies to support effective pest management programs.
• Maintain accurate records of spray applications, chemical usage and IPM activities while supporting inventory management and regulatory compliance.
• Contribute to a safe workplace by following health and safety procedures, reporting hazards and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.

What you will bringto the role:

Qualifications:

• Current ChemCert Chemical Accreditation (desirable).
• Current Forklift Licence and First Aid Certificate (desirable).
• Current Class C Driver's Licence (essential).

Experience:

• Experience operating spray equipment and applying herbicides or agricultural chemicals.
• Experience undertaking grounds maintenance, weeding, mowing or similar outdoor operational activities.
• Experience working in horticulture, agriculture, greenhouse or farming environments is highly regarded.
• Experience operating tractors or agricultural machinery is desirable.
• Experience maintaining accurate records and following safe work procedures.

Technical Skills:

• Knowledge of chemical handling, spraying techniques and safe application practices.
• Ability to operate and maintain spraying, mowing and other IPM equipment.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately complete records and follow work instructions.
• Understanding of workplace health and safety requirements, PPE and hazard identification.
• Ability to work effectively within a team while managing daily operational priorities.

WhyjoinFlavorite?

AtFlavorite,we’recommitted to building an inclusive and diverse team that reflects the communitiesthat enjoy our fresh and delicious produce. We want people to feel they belong and can bring their whole selves to work.Weprovideacollaborative environmentfor our peoplewith a keen focus on innovation,growthand continuous improvement.

• Retail Perks:Save on hundreds of everyday items, including groceries, fuel, movie tickets, homewares, electronics and more through exclusive discounts.
• Wellness Discounts:Access a variety of offers to support your physical, mental, and financial well-being, plus helpful resources on topics like budgeting, saving for your first home, and improving sleep.
• Lifestyle Benefits:Enjoy savings on health insurance, gym memberships, superannuation, and home loans, with easy access to our wellness resources and discounts.
• Fresh Produce Giveaways:Regular team giveaways of fresh produceat our farm sites
• Recognition & Rewards:We celebrate service anniversaries, special milestones, and team achievements with recognition and rewards.

We’regrowing. That means you can too.

We’reexpanding beyond 100 hectares in the next five years andwe’regrowing careers just as fast. Whetheryou'reupskilling, stepping up, or chasing new goals,we’rehere to grow with you.

We’reSerious About Sustainability.

With over 30 years of growing experience, wesetourselves apart by our flavour and sustainability through our greenhouse-grown produce and our investmentincutting-edgetechnology.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Flavoriteis an Equal OpportunityEmployer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.