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Form of workThe purpose of our Macadamia Farm Machinery Operator / Farm Hand is to assist in the day to day operations of both orchards in the Quinmac Farms group. The position involves carrying out the essential activities in harvesting, irrigating, weed and pest management, transportation and maintenance of farm structures and equipment to help ensure the farming operations run smoothly and efficiently.
Essential Functions:
- All aspects of Macadamia Farm work including:
- Harvesting
- Mowing
- Slashing
- Irrigation checks and maintenance
- Pruning
- General orchard maintenance
- Assist with the herbicide and pesticide applications
- Assist with documentation of spray records
- Assist with the orchard fertiliser applications
- Assist with equipment and machinery maintenance
- Daily checks of machinery to ensure efficiency and operational safety
- Work shed cleanliness and presentation
- Ensure stocks of herbicide and other chemicals are maintained and stored safely
- General property presentation
- Other general Farm Hand duties that may arise
- Complying with company policies and applicable laws, particularly in relation to work health and safety.
About You:
- You will be motivated, with a strong work ethic
- You will be enthusiastic and eager to learn
- You will have excellent communication skills
- You can work safely and follow instructions with a high degree of autonomy
- Previous farm experience and use of Farm Machinery
- Current car drivers licence
- Experience maintaining Farm Machinery
- Chemical Users Certificate or willing to obtain
- HR Licence or willing to obtain
