Orchard Technician Assistant (Chemcert) – Outdoor Ag Role

Agri Labour; Hillston; On-site; AUD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Ongoing work

38 hours per week

Job summary

Agri Labour Australia is seeking an experienced Orchard Assistant (Chemcert) for an almond orchard in Hillston, NSW. The role covers maintenance, irrigation, machinery operation and chemical application in a fast-paced outdoor farm setting.

You will join a safety-focused team with seasonal workloads during harvest and ongoing hours (~38 per week). Current Chemcert and a valid driver's licence are essential, with prior agriculture experience advantageous.

Qualifications

• Chemcert certification required.
• Valid Driver's Licence required.
• Experience in agriculture, horticulture or orchard role preferred.
• Experience operating tractors or farm machinery.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with almond tree establishment, maintenance and care.
• Operate and monitor irrigation systems and troubleshoot faults.
• Prune, train and maintain trees for productivity and health.
• Apply fertilisers, herbicides and pesticides per safety procedures.
• Monitor for pests, diseases and nutrient deficiencies.
• Assist with harvesting and operate harvest equipment if trained.
• Safely operate tractors and other farm machinery.
• Maintain records of orchard activities and quality requirements.
• Adhere to health and safety procedures and environmental guidelines.

Skills

Chemcert

Driver's Licence

Agriculture experience

Machinery operation

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Agri Labour Australia is seeking an experienced Orchard Assistant (Chemcert) for an almond orchard in Hillston, NSW. The role covers maintenance, irrigation, machinery operation and chemical application in a fast-paced outdoor farm setting.

You will join a safety-focused team with seasonal workloads during harvest and ongoing hours (~38 per week). Current Chemcert and a valid driver's licence are essential, with prior agriculture experience advantageous.