7 days ago, from Institute of Data Australia
Gill Farms Mildura is a family-owned & operated company located in the Iraak Nangiloc area, approximately 30kms south of Mildura.
Our 1000 Ha orchards and vineyards comprise Citrus, Wine grapes, Almonds, and Avocados.
We have an opening for the right person to join our expanding horticulture company in the role of Horticultural Agronomist.
As a Horticultural Agronomist, you will be responsible for assisting in and maintaining all fruit crops being grown across our orchards and vineyards, crop health, yields, and achievement of harvest expectations and productivity.
The role encompasses both an operational and technical focus including but not limited to:
Advising Farm Management team on techniques for improving the production of crops, and alternative agricultural optionsAdvising Farm Management team on issues such as crop disease, control of pests and weeds, soil improvementStudying the environmental factors affecting commercial crop production, and the growth and health of cropsStudying the effects of cultivation techniques, soils, insects and plant diseases on crop productionDeveloping procedures and techniques for solving agricultural problems and improving the efficiency of productionManaging crop resources to maximise their long-term environmental benefits for the communityStudying the propagation and culture of crops, methods for improving crop growth, and the effects of thinning on crop yieldsPreparing plans for reafforestation and devising efficient harvesting systemsInvestigating, planning and implementing management procedures to cope with the effects of fires, floods, droughts, soil erosion, insect pests and diseasesAssisting in the budgeting of annual fertigation, irrigation and spray programmesCollecting and analysing data and samples of produce, soil and other factors affecting productionAssisting in the collection, collation and interpretation of data from fruit crops and vine grapes projects and activities, particularly those related to sustainable crop productionAssisting management to ensure all orchard policies and procedures, OH&S, HACCP programmes and planning permits are performed to industry "best practice"We are seeking a motivated team player.
A degree in Horticulture Science, Applied Science from a recognised tertiary institution, or equivalent academic qualifications in crop or horticulture production and management is highly desired.
You will be an independent, self-driven individual, maintaining a current driver's licence.
You must be a team player, with a very high work standard and a high level of attention to detail.
You will have a sound knowledge of OH&S policies to maintain a safe workplace.
The role is a full-time salaried position ranging from $75k to $90k.
If you believe you meet the above criteria and want to be a part of our team, contact Roger Hancock on 0423 948 *** to discuss further or email your resume to ******.
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