Irrigation Maintenance Assistant

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On-site

AUD 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Sponsorship available

Job summary

Employer Sponsored Jobs in NSW seeks an experienced Drip Irrigation Technician to join a expanding team on a large-scale farming operation. You will maintain and optimise drip irrigation systems to ensure efficient water distribution across commercial farming operations.

The role requires hands-on maintenance, fault diagnosis and teamwork. Sponsorship opportunities are available for suitable international candidates, with potential for long-term career stability.

Qualifications

Previous experience maintaining drip irrigation systems in agriculture or horticulture
Knowledge of irrigation components including pipelines, valves, filters and fittings
Ability to diagnose and repair irrigation system faults
Experience using hand tools and specialised maintenance equipment safely
Understanding of water management and irrigation efficiency principles
Strong problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail
Good communication skills and ability to follow instructions
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Physically fit and capable of lifting, bending, walking and working outdoors
Commitment to workplace health and safety practices
Current driver's license is advantageous
Willingness to relocate within New South Wales

Responsibilities

Inspect, maintain and service drip irrigation systems to ensure reliable operation
Identify and repair leaks in irrigation pipelines, valves and fittings
Maintain, clean and replace irrigation filters as required
Monitor irrigation system performance and optimise water efficiency
Carry out pressure and flow testing to verify system functionality
Inspect and maintain pumps, valves and irrigation accessories
Diagnose irrigation faults and perform preventive maintenance
Coordinate maintenance activities with other operational teams
Maintain accurate maintenance and repair records
Follow workplace health and safety procedures at all times
Assist with continuous improvements to irrigation performance and water management
Perform general irrigation maintenance and related farming support duties

Skills

Drip irrigation

Troubleshooting

Water management

Problem solving

Good communication

Independent work

Physical fitness

Driver's license

Tools

Hand tools

Specialised maintenance equipment

Job description

Awell-establishedAustralianagriculturalbusinessinNewSouthWales(NSW)isseekinganexperiencedDripIrrigationTechniciantojoinitsexpandingteam.Thisisanexcellentopportunitytoworkonalarge-scaleirrigatedfarmingoperationwithmodernirrigationsystemsandlong-termcareerstability.

Thesuccessfulcandidatewillberesponsibleformaintainingandoptimisingdripirrigationsystemstoensureefficientwaterdistributionacrosscommercialfarmingoperations.Thisroleofferssponsorshipopportunitiesforsuitableinternationalcandidates.

The Opportunity

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