Production Horticulturist

Efficient Recruitment Services Pty Ltd; South Grafton; On-site; AUD 78,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Efficient Recruitment Services Pty Ltd in South Grafton, NSW is seeking a Production Horticulturist with a minimum of 2 years’ experience. The role requires AQF Cert III/IV or equivalent and a practical knowledge of crop production, crop management and farm operations.

Salary ranges between AUD 78,000 and AUD 88,000 plus super. The position is full-time and based on-site in Wells Crossing, NSW, with responsibilities spanning land preparation, equipment operation, program planning and harvest

Qualifications

• AQF Certificate III or IV or equivalent qualification.
• 3 years' employment experience as a Production Horticulturist with formal training, or at least 5 years' experience without formal training.
• Practical knowledge of horticultural production methods, crop management and farm operations.
• Ability to follow workplace health and safety procedures and maintain quality standards in horticultural production.

Responsibilities

• Carry out land preparation activities for cucumber, aloe vera and berry crops according to procedures and standards.
• Train and monitor operators to perform farming tasks safely and efficiently.
• Prepare daily, weekly and monthly work programs to support farming activities.
• Assess completed work quality and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Operate and maintain tractors, implements and irrigation systems relevant to crop production.
• Identify and report signs of plant diseases, pests and crop health issues.
• Coordinate harvesting activities to support consistent supply and quality.

Skills

Horticultural production

Crop management

Safety compliance

Team training

Work program planning

Education

AQF Certificate III/IV or equivalent

Tools

Tractor operation

Irrigation systems

Job description

Efficient Recruitment Services Pty Ltd – South Grafton NSW

Employer: Deo Nirmaan Gold Pty Ltd

Position: Production Horticulturist

Salary: $78,000 - $88,000 plus Superannuation

Location: 69 Florda Gold Drive, Wells Crossing, NSW 2460, Australia

Mode: Full Time

Experience: 2 years’ experience minimum

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure all land preparation activities for cucumber, aloe vera and berry crops are carried out in accordance with established procedures and operational standards.
• Train and monitor operators to ensure farming tasks are performed safely and efficiently.
• Prepare daily, weekly and monthly work programs to facilitate the effective implementation of farming activities.
• Assess the quality of completed work and implement corrective actions where required.
• Operate and maintain tractors, implements and specialised equipment, including spreading, seeding and irrigation systems relevant to crop production.
• Identify and report signs of plant diseases, pests and other crop health issues specific to cucumber, aloe vera and berry crops.
• Prepare and apply chemicals for the control of pests, weeds and diseases in accordance with established procedures.
• Coordinate harvesting activities across all horticultural crop lines to support consistent supply and quality.

To be successful in this role, it is essential you have:

• AQF Certificate III or IV qualification or an equivalent qualification.
• At least 3 years' employment experience as a Production Horticulturist with relevant formal training, or at least 5 years' experience without formal training.
• Practical knowledge of horticultural production methods, crop management and farm operations, ideally across cucumber, aloe vera and berry cultivation.
• Ability to follow workplace health and safety procedures and maintain quality standards in horticultural production.