Production Horticulturist: Precision Farming & Field Ops

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

Job summary

Mygration Pty Ltd in Sommerville, VIC, is seeking an experienced Production Horticulturist to join their crop production team. This hands-on role focuses on land preparation, crop establishment, machinery operation, and precision farming to deliver high-quality yields.

Ideal candidates will have AQF Cert III/IV in Horticulture and proven post-qualification experience in production horticulture, including irrigation management and crop protection.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of crop production systems and soil management.
• Experience with precision farming techniques and crop protection.
• Ability to develop and implement work programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead land preparation activities following standard procedures.
• Operate tractors and implements for soil cultivation and bed formation.
• Apply precision sowing and spreading for accurate planting.
• Manage soil fumigation and drainage installation.
• Identify and report pest/disease patterns and take control measures.
• Prepare and apply pest and disease treatments with safety compliance.
• Oversee irrigation systems to optimize water use.
• Monitor nursery development and transplant operations.
• Develop daily/weekly/monthly work programs.
• Ensure material availability and procurement coordination.
• Maintain equipment and coordinate repairs with maintenance teams.
• Collaborate with Farm Operations Manager, Agronomist, and Maintenance Manager.

Skills

Crop production systems

Soil management

Precision farming

Operational planning

Machinery operation

Education

AQF Certificate III or IV in Horticulture/Agriculture

Job description

Mygration Pty Ltd in Sommerville, VIC, is seeking an experienced Production Horticulturist to join their crop production team. This hands-on role focuses on land preparation, crop establishment, machinery operation, and precision farming to deliver high-quality yields.

Ideal candidates will have AQF Cert III/IV in Horticulture and proven post-qualification experience in production horticulture, including irrigation management and crop protection.