Experienced Heavy Vehicle Workshop Technician

Jobspace; Auckland; On-site; NZD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Mr Wu Farms 2020 Limited in Auckland is seeking a skilled horticulture technician to join our growing team. You will assist in developing planting, fertilization, harvesting, and crop processing techniques to maximize productivity and sustainability.

You will identify pests and pathogens, study environmental factors, analyze produce quality, and provide technical support on sensors, farm management software, and data analytics.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant working experience in horticulture.
• Relevant qualification or certificate preferable but not required.
• Experience with pest/pathogen identification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in developing planting, fertilization, harvesting and crop processing techniques.
• Identifying pests, pathogens, fungi and weeds and helping control measures.
• Studying environmental factors affecting crop health and productivity.
• Analyzing agricultural produce to ensure quality standards.
• Providing technical advice on horticultural tech solutions including sensors and software.
• Installing, maintaining and repairing crop health monitoring equipment.
• Developing and maintaining advanced horticultural production technologies.
• Advising on agricultural chemicals and crop management practices.
• Collecting and analyzing data for research and farm management.

Skills

Sensors & analytics

Data analytics

Farm management software

Geospatial systems

Automation technologies

Job description

Pay: Hourly $28.00 - $32.00

Region: Auckland

About us

Mr Wu Farms 2020 Limited, a well-established and rapidly growing company, is expanding its workforce to keep pace with its swift development. We are now looking for a skilled horticulture technician to join our team.

Job Description

Assisting in developing and improving planting, fertilization, harvesting, and crop processing techniques to maximize productivity and sustainability.

Identifying harmful pathogens, insects, parasites, fungi, and weeds affecting crops and assisting in implementing effective control measures.

Studying environmental factors that influence the health, growth, and productivity of crops.

Conducting analyses of agricultural produce to ensure and maintain quality standards.

Providing technical advice, training, and support on horticultural technology solutions, including sensors, farm management software, and data analytics.

Installing, maintaining, and repairing crop health monitoring equipment.

Developing, operating, and maintaining advanced horticultural production technologies, such as geospatial systems, automation, and data-driven solutions.

Advising on and supplying agricultural chemicals, including fertilizers and pesticides, for crop management.

Collecting and analyzing data for research and farm management purposes.

Conducting tests and experiments to support horticultural research and improve production techniques.

Assisting Agricultural Scientists and Agronomists in research, production, and the implementation of advanced horticultural technologies, such as precision agriculture solutions.

Advising producers on best farming techniques, management strategies, and production processes to enhance efficiency and sustainability.

Performing other reasonable duties as required by the employer.

Job Requirement

Minimum 2 years of relevant working experience (experience gained in the same industry will be considered as meeting the experience requirements)

Relevant qualification or certificate is preferable but not a must

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