Seasonal Irrigation Technician – Almond Orchard

Agri Labour; Darlington Point; On-site; AUD 38,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay $33.05 + penalty rates

Seasonal assignment ~3 months

~38 hours/week

Hands-on irrigation experience

Almond orchard environment

Job summary

Agri Labour Australia is seeking an Irrigation Hand to support irrigation operations on an almond farm in Darlington Point, NSW. This hands-on role involves irrigation repairs, installations, headland checks, and maintenance in a busy outdoor environment.

You will work with a practical irrigation team, focusing on safe water management and efficient orchard operations. Start ASAP for a seasonal assignment of ~3 months, approximately 38 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Experience with sprinkler, drip, manual or automated irrigation systems.
• Ability to diagnose irrigation faults and perform practical repairs.
• Knowledge of water management and water conservation principles.
• Current driver’s licence is essential.
• Telehandler operating experience is highly preferable.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and repair irrigation systems, incl. piping, valves and sprinkler heads.
• Perform headland checks and inspect irrigation infrastructure.
• Drive a farm utility vehicle for orchard checks.
• Diagnose and repair damaged irrigation equipment and perform preventative maintenance.
• Program and troubleshoot irrigation controllers.
• Monitor water delivery and identify leaks or faults.
• Maintain records of work and materials used.

Skills

Irrigation systems

Diagnostics

Water management

Driver's Licence

Irrigation tools

Education

Irrigation certification

Tools

Telehandler

Irrigation tools

Job description

Agri Labour Australia is seeking an Irrigation Hand to support irrigation operations on an almond farm in Darlington Point, NSW. This hands-on role involves irrigation repairs, installations, headland checks, and maintenance in a busy outdoor environment.

You will work with a practical irrigation team, focusing on safe water management and efficient orchard operations. Start ASAP for a seasonal assignment of ~3 months, approximately 38 hours per week.