Irrigation Lead: Precision Farm Systems

Mygration Pty Ltd; Somerville; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Mygration Pty Ltd in Gippsland, VIC, seeks an Irrigation Assistant to manage and optimise irrigation across multiple farm locations. You will report to the Land Preparation Manager and lead hands-on irrigation activities to keep systems performing at peak efficiency.

The role requires 5+ years of irrigation experience, expertise with pumps, filters, valves and control systems, and strong problem-solving and communication skills. Immediate start with a salary of $79,500–$85,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years post-qualification irrigation experience.
• Experience with pumps, filters, valves and control systems.
• Strong horticultural knowledge and soil understanding.

Responsibilities

• Schedule irrigation programmes with soil moisture monitoring.
• Analyse hydraulic parameters and ensure system specs are met.
• Operate pumping and filtration systems with regular checks.
• Interpret and apply irrigation designs to on-ground actions.
• Maintain extensive irrigation networks and minimise downtime.
• Supervise installation and upgrade projects on farm.
• Operate machinery and tractors for irrigation tasks.
• Maintain records of programs, performance and water use.
• Troubleshoot faults and implement long-term fixes.
• Collaborate with management to improve irrigation strategies.

Skills

Mechanically minded

Problem solving

Communication

Organized

Computer literacy

Tools

Irrigation pumps

Filters

Valves

Control systems

Job description

Mygration Pty Ltd in Gippsland, VIC, seeks an Irrigation Assistant to manage and optimise irrigation across multiple farm locations. You will report to the Land Preparation Manager and lead hands-on irrigation activities to keep systems performing at peak efficiency.

The role requires 5+ years of irrigation experience, expertise with pumps, filters, valves and control systems, and strong problem-solving and communication skills. Immediate start with a salary of $79,500–$85,000 per year.