As the Agricultural Assistant at Charters Towers State High School, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the efficient and effective operation of the school ag farm by providing a high level of agricultural systems support to school teaching staff and students. Ensuring that the agricultural field study site, animals, crops, machinery and equipment used by the school are maintained in a functional, secure and safe manner. This role is offered on a permanent full-time basis.
Job details Position status: PermanentPosition type: Full-timeOccupational group: Education & TrainingClassification: OO2Workplace Location: Townsville regionJob ad reference: QLD/NQR596814/24PClosing date: 27-Oct-2024Yearly salary: $59755 - $69638Fortnightly salary: $2290.40 - $2669.20Contact person: Rachel MacfarlaneContact details: Access the National Relay Service
This is a OO2 progression position as per the Role Description. The successful applicant will be appointed to the OO2 classification with eligibility for progression to the OO3 level once specific criteria have been met. About the Role Key Responsibilities of the role are:
Preparation of all agricultural field sites and agricultural machinery, equipment and materials. Planting, watering and care of crops and market gardens and related duties including regular physical maintenance and the use of appropriate insecticides and fertilisers where necessary. Care and feeding of animals, cleaning cages and pens and related duties. Take simple measurements, for example, weighing crop yields. Order and/or collect general agricultural supplies and materials as authorised by the Head of Department. Animal husbandry, crop and soil improvement and enhancement activities. Organise the distribution and collection of class sets of tools, equipment and materials for practical work. Provide support to teachers during practical agricultural class activities. General assistance with teaching material for agricultural classes. Monitor safety and first aid requirements within the agricultural department. Experience within the farming sector is highly desirable. Candidate must be able to work autonomously and create a plan of work for the required outcomes of the programs that run at the ag farm. Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position. How to Apply Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and A 1-pg written statement in response to the attached role description. We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive. Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department. When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
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