Irrigation Manager
Thiara Farms is seeking an experienced and reliable Irrigation Manager / Technician to join our berry farming operation in the Coffs Harbour region. We grow commercial raspberries and blackberries using intensive irrigation and fertigation systems. This is a hands-on role responsible for ensuring crops receive accurate and consistent irrigation and nutrition while keeping the entire irrigation system operating efficiently. This is an important position within Thiara Farms. We are looking for someone who can take ownership of the irrigation system rather than simply operate it. The successful applicant will be expected to regularly inspect the system, identify faults, maintain accurate records and ensure irrigation and fertigation are operating correctly across the farm.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the day-to-day irrigation and fertigation of raspberry and blackberry crops.
- Monitor irrigation schedules and adjust irrigation according to crop requirements, weather conditions and plant development.
- Regularly measure and record dripper output, drain percentage, EC and pH.
- Inspect, maintain and troubleshoot irrigation systems, including pumps, filters and valves
- Carry out regular flushing and preventative maintenance of irrigation infrastructure.
- Accurately mix fertilisers and prepare fertiliser stock solutions for fertigation.
- Monitor crop response and communicate irrigation or nutrition issues to farm management.
- Maintain fertiliser and irrigation equipment in a clean, organised and safe condition.
About You
- Previous experience with commercial irrigation, horticulture, fertigation or a similar agricultural system.
- Good mechanical and practical problem-solving ability.
- Experience troubleshooting pumps, valves, filters, pipework and drip irrigation systems.
- Ability to accurately measure and record irrigation data.
- Experience handling and mixing fertilisers safely.
- Understanding of EC, pH, fertigation and irrigation principles.
- Ability to work independently and take responsibility for the irrigation system.
- Good attention to detail and ability to identify problems before they affect the crop.
- Current driver’s licence.
How to Apply
Submit your application via SEEK.
If you have any questions, please reach out via email.