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Form of work- Undertake agricultural agronomic activities including land preparation, irrigation installation harvesting, weeding, chemical application, care and maintenance of horticultural and tree crops.
- Work independently and with other staff, following instructions from supervisor and/or Facility Manager to successfully complete tasks to support research projects.
- Establish, enhance, and maintain relationships to foster good working relationships with colleagues and clients.
- Manage the Farm Support Team and casual staff in accord with DAF policies and procedures.
- Manage the maintenance program for heavy plant, vehicles, equipment, and infrastructure to ensure assets are research ready and functional
- Undertake the purchasing of consumables and collaborate with the Facility Manager for higher value asset purchases.
- Perform the risk management and contingency actions and procedures to comply with statutory and corporate compliance and to ensure a safe work environment.
- Utilise standardised administrative programs, packages, and systems to assist with site operations and reporting (e.g., AgCommander, Chemwatch, HR systems, Corporate Card, etc.)
- In collaboration with the Facility Manager, liaise with clients to plan and allocate resources to ensure efficient and effective support to all clients.
- Provide Technical Officer Trial support advice and services to DAF and External Clients to support trials.
- Contribute to the Central Queensland Smart Cropping Centre strategic plans to achieve short, medium, and long-term milestones.
Summary of role requirements:
- Flexible hours available
- 1 year of relevant work experience required for this role
- Working rights required for this role
- Expected start date for role: 31 May 2024
