School Farm Technician – Agriculture

Department of Education, Western Australia; Shire Of Kellerberrin; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Boyup Brook District High School is seeking a practical, enthusiastic Technical Officer – Agriculture to support the daily operation and ongoing development of our School Farm. The role involves managing farm enterprises, maintaining infrastructure, and delivering hands-on agricultural training.

The successful candidate will work with students across Years 7–10, uphold safety and DOE policies, and contribute to farm plans and regional ties to agriculture.

Qualifications

• Experience and competency in supporting agricultural enterprises relevant to the requirements of the school.
• Good written and oral communication skills, with interpersonal skills appropriate for working with young people.
• The ability to prepare and deliver practical skill demonstrations.
• The ability to work effectively with minimal supervision and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the daily operation of farm enterprises and implementation of the farm plan.
• Maintain agricultural enterprises, which may include livestock management, cropping, horticulture, landcare, mechanics and infrastructure maintenance.
• Operate and maintain school equipment, including monitoring and ordering consumable resources in accordance with the farm budget.
• Prepare and deliver practical skill demonstrations.
• Where required, deliver agricultural training under supervision and assist with the assessment of skills in accordance with relevant school delivery plans and RTO requirements.
• Motivate and develop a positive work ethic in students, ensuring school and Department of Education policies are followed.
• Collect and maintain student performance data in accordance with relevant RTO and school assessment requirements and assist with the compilation of student reports where required.
• Maintain a strong focus on occupational safety and health requirements and safe work practices.
• Undertake rostered weekend farm duties and supervise student activities whilst on weekend duty.
• Assist students in preparing for competitions and displays at Agricultural Shows and Field Days.
• Contribute to the ongoing improvement and development of the School Farm and its agricultural enterprises.

Skills

Agriculture operations support

Communication skills

Practical demonstrations

Team player

Job description

Boyup Brook District High School is seeking a practical, enthusiastic Technical Officer – Agriculture to support the daily operation and ongoing development of our School Farm. The role involves managing farm enterprises, maintaining infrastructure, and delivering hands-on agricultural training.

The successful candidate will work with students across Years 7–10, uphold safety and DOE policies, and contribute to farm plans and regional ties to agriculture.