Romeo’s Best Farms is one of Australia’s largest privately owned table grape producers. Based in Emerald and Mareeba QLD, A&L Romeo Pty Ltd is seeking a full-time qualified Irrigationist Assistant.
The salary offered is $75,000 per annum plus superannuation.
The applicant should have at least a relevant Certificate II or 2 years of full-time work experience (at least 38 hours per week) at a primary producer. The applicant must be committed to working in regional Australia.
The applicant will be responsible for the following tasks:
- Determine and schedule irrigations based on weather conditions
- Irrigate crops as required
- Assess soil moisture on a daily basis by undertaking crop inspections
- Assist in design and implementation of the irrigation program
- Schedule irrigations
- Install irrigation systems
- Maintain pumping systems for irrigation
- Daily maintenance of irrigation systems
- Completing general tasks assisting others as required
- Participate in staff development as requested or required
- Inspect and report any maintenance required
Summary of role requirements:
- Flexible hours available
- 2-3 years of relevant work experience required for this role
- Working rights required for this role
- Expected salary: $75,000 per year