HILLSTON
SUPERVISOR IRRIGATION
NSW
As a responsible steward of timberland and farmland, and a producer of sustainable food, fiber, and solid wood products, Manulife Investment Management is committed to conducting our business in a way that improves our environment, nourishes our communities, and empowers our people
Job Type:
Full Time
Remuneration:
Salary + Performance Bonus + Super
Start:
Hiring Now
Expires:
Until position filled
Job Description:
Reporting to the Manager, the Supervisor Irrigation will supervisor a team of Farm Hands to meet the operational requirements of the orchard or crop maintenance and productivity.
The role is located at our Almond Farm near the township of Hillston, NSW.
The position requires a diverse range of skills across the Farm, focussing on the irrigation requirements of the orchard or cropping plan,
The role offers a broad range of tasks including operating machinery, spraying and maintaining the irrigation and associated equipment.
The role involves substantial outdoor work, in all weather conditions, the handling of chemicals and some lifting
Key Tasks, Duties & Responsibilities:
Leadership
Lead and develop an effective and productive team
Provide guidance and advice to team members under your responsibility, ensuring a focus on continuous improvement
Provide regular and timely coaching to all team members
Conduct both formal and informal appraisals and feedback for all team members.
Demonstrating on a daily basis personal behaviour that uphold our values and driving these values within the business.
Irrigation
To assist the Manager in reporting all noticeable problems, such as trees in poor health, irrigation leaks, and poor water delivery.
To monitor irrigation and fertigation in the orchard under the guidance of the Manager and within the company horticultural guidelines and requirements.
To assist in the maintenance of all bore/ pump usage and standing water level records in compliance with data recording requirements of the company.
Repair and inspect lines, valves, install new drip and sprinkler parts as required; replacing old equipment for effective water distribution.
Maintenance
General tree care including pruning, staking etc.
To assist in ongoing weed management program to minimise their impact on the property. This includes spot spraying around valves, fence lines, buildings, waste areas and trees.
To ensure the plants are in good health. Spot spray weeds, remove/prune dead branches, tree guard maintenance, re-tie trees to stakes where required and replant missing trees.
Record dead, missing sick or replanted trees.
Safety
The Role will be required to follow structured work programs including adhering to company policies and procedures and also understand obligations under legislation relevant to the Environment and Occupational Health and Safety with respect to:
The use all PPE provided as directed and in particular with the handling of chemicals.
To work safely using all OH&S guidelines and SWP’s and to assist the farm manager/supervisor in reporting safety concerns.
Machinery Operations
Operate machinery, tractors and implements in line with recommended guidelines to ensure that both tractor and implement operate in an efficient and safe manner
Ensure all machinery that is utilised is serviced and greased regularly in line with a daily maintenance schedule
Ensure machinery under your control is kept in a clean tidy and safe working condition and is presented to the workshop in a condition suitable for servicing as determined by the Supervisor or Mechanic.
Business Improvement
Seek productivity gains and innovations that lead to improved team performance
Seek to create efficiencies and the effective use of consumables and stock management
Continuous and proactive outlook to improving business through planning, recording and analysing costs with continual improvement
Other Duties
Gain and maintain a sound knowledge of company policies, procedures and training programs
Assist and liaise with the Manager / Supervisor in employee management, training, equipping, resourcing
Undertake all other duties as required or directed by the Manager, or other senior manager
Job Requirements:
People management skills, including team building, and coaching.
Experience in the operation and management of irrigation systems in a horticulture cropping environment
Solid written and verbal communication skills
A firm commitment to working safely in team environment
Adaptability and flexibility to changing work environments and requirements
Ability to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement in farm management practices.
Experience in operation of electronically managed and complex irrigation systems
Ability to create solutions and problem solving
Ability to build trust and rapport with colleagues, contractors and customers
Attention to detail
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a productive team member.
Organisational and time management skills
QUALIFICATIONS
Open Vehicle licence
Job Benefits:
Salary + Performance Bonus + Super
On farm accommodation (House) provided
If this is something that interests you and you have the relevant skills and experience, please email your resume along with 2 contactable references to ausrecruitment@hnrg.com
All enquiries can be directed via email also.
PLEASE NOTE:
Applicants must have full rights to work in Australia, sponsorship is not available for this role.
Applications without required skills and experience listed in the ad will not be considered.
20240918