School Farm Assistant: Crops, Livestock & Machinery

NSW Department of Education; Coomba Park; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Department of Education is seeking a candidate to manage and maintain an agricultural plot at a school, supporting curriculum delivery in agriculture. The role includes crop production, livestock care, machinery operation, and general farm maintenance, with responsibilities for supplies and asset care.

The successful applicant will work collaboratively with school staff to ensure safe and efficient farm operations, meeting planning timelines and safety standards in a dynamic educational

Qualifications

• Demonstrated planning and prioritising skills.
• Strong communication when working with others.
• Ability to answer targeted questions in your cover letter.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain a Departmental agricultural plot at a secondary or central school offering agriculture in its curriculum.
• Assist with crop production and disposal, machinery operation, maintenance of machinery and equipment, and care of livestock.
• Manage receipt and storage of supplies and general farm maintenance.

Skills

Planning and prioritising

Communication

Job description

NSW Department of Education is seeking a candidate to manage and maintain an agricultural plot at a school, supporting curriculum delivery in agriculture. The role includes crop production, livestock care, machinery operation, and general farm maintenance, with responsibilities for supplies and asset care.

The successful applicant will work collaboratively with school staff to ensure safe and efficient farm operations, meeting planning timelines and safety standards in a dynamic educational