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Fruit Farm Worker needed at DBC Farming in Dimbulah QLD

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Fruit Farm Worker

Salary from $69,000 plus superannuation

DBC Farming Pty Ltd is a grower of Avocados, Mangoes and Limes, located in Dimbulah Queensland.

We are a young dynamic business that has a passion for agriculture.

Operate farm machinery and equipment to plant, harvest, fertilise and spray fruit.
Managing the farm machinery and equipment
Generating general data
Water and fuel pump readings
General stock take.
Record keeping of operational information such as water usage, logbooks, spray, and fertiliser to monitor growth and productivity.
Keep maintenance records and perform regular maintenance on equipment used on the farm, such as tractors, harvesters, and pruning tools, to keep them in good working condition.
Neatness and tidiness of maintenance areas as well as on the farm and equipment.
Daily checks and services for the chemical application on trees to limit the spreading of weeds, insects, and diseases.
Use pruning tools to trim fruit trees to improve crops and quality.
Install and maintain irrigation systems on the farm in order to ensure sufficient water supply for the fruit trees.
Supervise machines, equipment, dams, waterways, buildings etc.
Productivity of the farm and equipment.
Stock monitoring of Fertiliser, Irrigation, Fuel, farm equipment and chemicals.
Harvesting fruit ensuring the picking of fruit is effective and done by the specified size and ripeness to make sure it’s the correct quality for markets.

We are looking for someone with:

1- 3 years’ experience in a similar position as well as a proven record of skills and knowledge in agriculture/horticulture.
Have considerable experience, fundamental knowledge, and skills in farm operation.
Trustworthy person who can be relied upon.
Be a responsible person who can work in a team environment.
Ability to use farming tools and equipment for harvesting and pruning.
Knowledge of pesticides, insecticides, and fungicides used on farm
Enthusiastic, professional attitude and understanding of the objectives of DBC Farming.

Your application should address the following questions:

Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
How many years’ experience do you have as a Farmhand?
How many years’ experience do you have in a Support Role?
Have you completed a qualification in horticulture?
Do you have an agricultural chemicals distribution control licence?
Do you have a current Australian driver’s licence?
Are you licenced to drive a manual vehicle?