Reporting to Farm Manager  the successful candidate will provide technical support across our agricultural operations, working closely with our production and research teams to improve efficiency, productivity and the adoption of modern agricultural technology.

Benefits

Task & responsibilities

• Examine soil, crop and pasture conditions to identify nutrient deficiencies and recommend appropriate treatments
• Assist in developing and trialling new methods of planting, fertilising, harvesting and processing crops and livestock feed to achieve optimum land use
• Install, calibrate, maintain and service precision agriculture equipment and technology, including sensors, monitoring systems, virtual fencing and automated machinery such as automatic milking systems
• Collect and record field and laboratory data to support agricultural research, production and business decisions
• Provide technical support to agricultural research scientists, agronomists and farm management staff
• Prepare technical reports summarising findings and recommendations
• Assist with training farm staff in the safe and effective use of agricultural technology and equipment

Qualification & experience

• An AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma in a relevant field such as agriculture, horticulture, agronomy or agricultural science, or at least three years of relevant work experience in a comparable technical role
• At least 12 months work experience at a professional level
• Sound knowledge of modern agricultural practices and precision agriculture technology
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to interpret field and laboratory data
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Current driver licence and willingness to travel between farm sites as required