Irrigation Manager - Mataranka

Rombola Family Farms encompasses over 4,000 hectares of intensive irrigated horticultural production at Griffith (NSW), Bundaberg (QLD) and Mataranka (NT). Agricultural enterprises include Seedless Watermelon, Rockmelons, Broccoli, Pumpkin, Almonds and Winegrapes. Operations include primary production, processing, value adding and marketing. 

We are seeking a passionate and driven Irrigation Manager to join our team in Mataranka, in the Northern Territory. The Irrigation Manager is responsible for the day to day irrigating and fertigating, in excess of 800 hectares of Melon and Pumpkin crops. You will be responsible for the coordination of all irrigation infrastructure servicing, repairs and maintenance and trouble shooting and coordinating all key maintenance aspects of the system.

This is an intensive horticulture enterprise, which requires a manager that is motivated, hands on and able to work under pressure.  This position will suit an individual with a mechanical aptitude and a flair for technology. 

We encourage applicants who are interested in being sponsored for this position to apply. 

*Our application process has changed, please see jotform link at the end of the advertisement.*

Key operational accountabilities include:

• Work with the grower/s to monitor plant growth, soil moisture, nutrition, and health. 
• Utilise scientific methods to calculate crop water requirements. Taking advantage of soil moisture monitors, satellite imagery and hyperlocal weather forecasts.
• Responsible for the planning, programming and application of irrigation and fertigation to meet crop requirements.
• Overall accountability for all irrigation infrastructure.
• Work closely with the production team, to ensure agreed production practices and systems are delivering the desired result.
• Troubleshooting irrigation issues and conduct maintenance and repairs.
• Undertake basic preventative and scheduled maintenance of the irrigation infrastructure, plant & equipment. 
• Maintaining accurate irrigation and fertigation records in-line with company protocol.
• Maintain adherence to the safe and correct storage, handling, mixing and transportation of chemicals and fertilisers ensuring attention to correct dosages. 
• Organise and supervise irrigation team on a day to day basis.
• Meet budget expectations for irrigation commissioning.

To be successful in the role you will possess the following:

• Experience in irrigation coordination and management horticultural enterprise. Experience with subsurface drip and deep well bore pumps would be an advantage.
• Excellent time management, work scheduling and planning skills. 
• Ability to work as part of a team in a dynamic fast paced business.
• Mechanical aptitude that highlights experience maintaining and repairing irrigation systems.
• Sound computer literacy skills and experience with irrigation control systems and a flair for technology that enabling us to achieve smart and sustainable farming practices.
• Flexibility in hours worked to achieve operational targets.
• A sense of urgency and a can-do attitude
• Sound working knowledge of WH&S requirements.
• A current driver’s licence and own transport

In return we offer you

• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant qualifications and experience. 
• A passionate and energetic team culture. 
• Become a part of a progressive, vibrant business.

Who we are:

Rombola Family Farms is a large scale, progressive, privately owned horticultural business based 20kms North of Griffith, NSW.  The company operates counter-seasonal operations in Mataranka (Northern Territory), and in Bundaberg (Queensland), allowing us to supply our melons and pumpkins to our customers year-round.

How to Apply:

Please apply via the jotform link below. Applicants who don't apply through this link will not be considered for the role:

https://form.jotform.com/221171231528850

More information

For more information please email **@rombolafamilyfarms.com.au or for a confidential discussion please contact Robert on 0417 847 *** or Erika 0499 444 ***.

To learn more about working with us, we encourage you to visit our website http://www.rombolafamilyfarms.com.au