Precision Horticulture Lead: Field Crop Production

Mygration Pty Ltd; Somerville; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Mygration Pty Ltd is seeking a Production Horticulturist for our client’s crop production team on the Mornington Peninsula. The role focuses on land preparation, crop establishment, machinery operation, irrigation management and crop protection to maintain high yield and quality.

You will develop detailed work programs, ensure material availability, and coordinate with agronomists to optimise planting density, harvest timing, and overall production efficiency.

Qualifications

• AQF Certificate III or IV in Horticulture, Agriculture, or equivalent qualification.
• Proven post-qualification experience in a production horticulture role within a commercial environment.
• Demonstrated experience in agricultural machinery operation, crop protection, and irrigation management.

Responsibilities

• Land Preparation and Crop Establishment: supervise land prep activities and optimize conditions for establishment.
• Crop Management and Protection: monitor pests/diseases, apply targeted treatments, manage irrigation systems.
• Operational Planning: develop daily/weekly/monthly work programs and ensure material availability.
• Equipment Management and Team Coordination: maintain tractors/implements and train operators.

Skills

Land preparation knowledge

Machinery operation

Irrigation management

Precision farming

Crop protection

Education

AQF Certificate III or IV in Horticulture or Agriculture

Tools

Agricultural machinery

Job description

Mygration Pty Ltd is seeking a Production Horticulturist for our client’s crop production team on the Mornington Peninsula. The role focuses on land preparation, crop establishment, machinery operation, irrigation management and crop protection to maintain high yield and quality.

You will develop detailed work programs, ensure material availability, and coordinate with agronomists to optimise planting density, harvest timing, and overall production efficiency.