Irrigationist Assistant, Dimbulah QLD
About this job
RN Farms is a blueberry farming company in Far North Queensland. They operate five farms across the Dimbulah and Mutchilba regions, totalling about 485 acres.
You will work as an Irrigationist Assistant, supporting the irrigation and fertigation systems that keep the blueberry crops healthy and productive. You will work full time, 38 hours per week.
Your responsibilities:
- Help operate irrigation and fertigation systems across all five farm sites
- Monitor irrigation schedules and water delivery to match crop needs
- Inspect pumps, filters, valves, pipelines, drippers and other equipment
- Help maintain, repair and replace irrigation system parts
- Report faults, leaks, blockages and equipment problems
- Support fertiliser application through fertigation
- Keep records of water use and maintenance work
- Help install and upgrade irrigation infrastructure
- Keep equipment and work areas clean, safe and working well
- Follow workplace health and safety, environmental and biosecurity rules
What you need:
- AQF Certificate I or II or higher qualification
- 2-3 years of experience in a related field
The salary is $70,000 to $85,000 per year plus superannuation.
To apply, visit the Workforce Australia website using the link below.
Originally listed on Workforce Australia.
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