IPM Specialist: Cannabis Cultivation for Quality & Yield

Green Farmers; Bunyip; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Green Farmers in Victoria’s South East is seeking an Integrated Pest and Disease Management Specialist (IPDM) to lead our IPDM program for high-yield, high-quality medicinal cannabis cultivation. The role involves managing pest and disease scouting, data analysis for continuous improvement, and working with a team to implement SOPs while ensuring regulatory compliance.

The successful candidate will operate within a fast-growing company, report to the Cultivation Manager, and may require weekend

Qualifications

• Experience in Integrated Pest and Disease Management (IPDM) in horticulture or cannabis cultivation.
• Strong record-keeping and documentation skills.
• Ability to work within a team and autonomously.
• Willingness to work weekends and flexible hours as required.
• Commitment to safety, compliance, and process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Create, implement and oversee the IPDM program.
• Weekly scouting for identification and remediation of pests/diseases with reporting to stakeholders.
• Analyse data to drive continuous improvement; review IPM costs and efficiencies.
• Collaborate with managers and suppliers on IPM costs and efficiency.
• Support SOP development and implementation of SOPs and work instructions.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.

Job description

Green Farmers in Victoria’s South East is seeking an Integrated Pest and Disease Management Specialist (IPDM) to lead our IPDM program for high-yield, high-quality medicinal cannabis cultivation. The role involves managing pest and disease scouting, data analysis for continuous improvement, and working with a team to implement SOPs while ensuring regulatory compliance.

The successful candidate will operate within a fast-growing company, report to the Cultivation Manager, and may require weekend