AddressA tremendous opportunity is on offer for someone with the skills, desire and drive to be part of our dynamic team.
About us
Morpeth Farms is a fourth generation family owned business that produces fresh nectarines, peaches, and plums. We are based in North West Victoria (Swan Hill) in the heart of Australia’s “food bowl” with a great reputation for delivering high quality produce and a wonderful work environment that drives a fantastic culture.
About the role
Morpeth Farms requires a Horticulture Machinery operators core responsibilities are maintaining orchard hygiene and protection of the fruit and trees
A strong working relationship with clear communication and trust is paramount with both the Operations Manager and Orchard Manager
This position is full-time, and may be required to work shifts, including weekends.
This position reports to the Operations Manager
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Sweep and Mulch each block post pruning
Undertake the applications of the air blast spray program
Sweep and Mulch each block post picking for orchard hygiene
Use all machinery in an effective and safe manner
Willingness and desire to apply air blast spray program at optimal timings.
BUSINESS VALUES:
Ensuring a safe working environment
Ensure deadlines are met for activities such as planting and harvesting.
Ensure and enforce compliance with government regulations and health and safety standards.
Represent the company and its values in their approach to work and how they conduct themselves with fellow team leaders, management, and staff.
Provide feedback and contribute at the weekly management meetings.
Report any incidents (Workplace Health & Safety) to the WPHS Officer in a timely and accurate fashion.
Report horticultural issues and other farming observations to the Orchard Manager.
Uphold company regulations and enforce these as required. Utilise the HR consultant to assist as needed, addressing disciplinary issues in a timely manner.
Understand the importance of allocating your time to the block costs and teaching new members of staff to use the system to get the best level of accuracy possible..
SKILLS / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED (key competencies, must haves):
A proven record of skills and knowledge in agriculture/horticulture;
Have considerable experience, fundamental knowledge and skills in farm operation;
Trustworthy person who can be relied upon;
Able to analyse and solve problems
Be a responsible person who can work in a team environment;
Enthusiastic, professional attitude and understanding of the objectives of the business
Chemical handlers certificate
First Aid Certificate
Sponsor Business Name: Morpeth Farms Pty Ltd
Sponsor ABN: 75 405 382 741
Sponsor Contact Name: Dean Morpeth
Website: n/a
Summary of role requirements:
Looking for candidates available to work on weekends as required
Candidate must be willing to work night shift during key spray period
2-3 years of relevant work experience required for this role
Working rights required for this role
Summary of role requirements:
- Flexible hours available
- 2-3 years of relevant work experience required for this role
- Work visa can be provided for this role
- Expected start date for role: 01 August 2024
- Expected salary: $62,500 - $76,800 per year
