Irrigation Manager – Relocate to Regional Victoria

Blackbook Executive; Griffith; Vor Ort; AUD 110.000 - 140.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Blackbook Executive Pty seeks an experienced Irrigation Manager to lead irrigation across the Robinvale orchard, optimise water use and nutrient management, and drive data-informed decision-making.

You will oversee fertigation, monitor soil moisture and telemetry, and manage maintenance and budgeting while guiding a small team and reporting to the Farm Manager.

Qualifikationen

Aufgaben

• Lead and coordinate all irrigation and fertigation activities to optimise soil moisture and orchard performance.
• Collect, analyse and interpret irrigation monitoring data (soil moisture, water table, telemetry) to optimise scheduling.
• Develop and manage irrigation and fertigation schedules to maximise efficiency and minimise waste.
• Oversee maintenance of pumps, pipelines, valves, controllers, storage and drip systems.
• Identify irrigation issues and implement improvements in consultation with Farm Manager.
• Maintain records of irrigation, fertiliser use, water and energy consumption for reporting.

Kenntnisse

Irrigation systems

Fertigation

Data analysis

Leadership

Budget management

Ausbildung

Tertiary qualifications in horticulture/irrigation/agricultural management

Tools

MAIT telemetry systems

Jobbeschreibung

A leading agricultural organisation is seeking an Irrigation Manager to join the team based at their Robinvale farm.

The Company

An industry-leading agricultural organisation is seeking an experienced Irrigation Manager to join the team based in Robinvale. This role will lead the planning, coordination and implementation of irrigation programs, manage irrigation infrastructure and personnel, and use operational data to drive informed decision-making, improve efficiency and support overall orchard performance.

The Role

The Irrigation Manager is responsible for overseeing all irrigation and fertigation operations across the farm, ensuring optimal tree health, efficient water usage and effective nutrient management throughout the orchard’s growth cycle.

Reporting into the Farm Manager, the responsibilities of the role includes:

• Lead and coordinate all irrigation and fertigation activities to maintain optimal soil moisture, tree health and orchard performance.
• Collect, analyse and interpret irrigation monitoring data, including soil moisture, water table levels and telemetry systems (e.g. MAIT), to optimise irrigation scheduling.
• Develop and manage irrigation and fertigation schedules, ensuring efficient water and nutrient application while minimising waste.
• Oversee preventative and reactive maintenance of irrigation infrastructure, including pumps, pipelines, valves, filters, controllers, storage facilities and drip systems.
• Identify and address irrigation issues, including wet areas, soil compaction and system inefficiencies, in consultation with the Farm Manager.
• Maintain accurate records of irrigation activities, fertiliser applications, water and power usage, and operational data to support reporting and compliance.
• Identify opportunities to improve water efficiency, reduce operational costs and introduce new irrigation technologies and practices.
• Manage irrigation-related components of the farm’s horticultural budget, including labour, asset maintenance and fertiliser inventory.
• Conduct regular performance reviews, provide constructive feedback and recognise individual and team achievements.

In order to be successful in this role, you will have:

• Minimum five years’ experience in an Irrigation 2IC, Irrigation Supervisor or Farm Hand role with extensive irrigation experience.
• Experience within orchards, tree nut production or other perennial horticultural or viticultural operations is highly desirable.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications or practical on-farm experience in horticulture, irrigation or agricultural management.
• Strong understanding of irrigation and fertigation systems, infrastructure and maintenance requirements.

What’s On Offer:

Join a company that prides themselves on creating a positive and supportive workplace where people can grow and succeed.

• Offering a competitive salary, ongoing professional development and opportunities for career progression.