About Mackays Group
The Mackays Group is a family farming business that has been in operation for over 75 years and has diversified to produce bananas, papaya, sugarcane, cattle and avocados. The Mackays Group is directed by the family’s 3rd generation and is the largest banana producer in Australia, employing more than 500 people. This vertically integrated business also deals in ripening and wholesale marketing of their own produce, as well as other growers.
The Mackays Group has an opportunity for an Irrigation Supervisor to join our team in Tully.
Location
The Irrigation Supervisor position is located at our Ranch Road Farm, in the picturesque Tully Valley region and is a short 30min drive from Tully and 45min drive to the beautiful Mission Beach.
About the Position
The Irrigation Supervisors key responsibilities will include:
- Managing and carrying out the farm irrigation program
- Managing and carrying out the fertigation program
- Troubleshooting and replacing faulty parts
- Identifying and repairing/replacing hoses, pipes, sprinkler heads and fixtures
- Operating the MAIT irrigation programs
- Replacing/repairing irrigation valves
- Installing or repairing irrigation lines
- Record keeping
- Other irrigation maintenance duties as needed
Skills and Competencies
- Previous experience in a similar role desired but not essential
- Previous supervision experience advantageous
- Basic computer skills essential
- Experience with the irrigation program MAIT desirable
- Strong attention to detail
- Motivated and reliable
This is an exciting opportunity for an individual looking for a new and challenging role within a growing and progressive organisation. Please apply now!
Applications will be assessed as they are received.