Matt's Patch is a family farm business based in the Northern Territory growing and producing tropical fruits such as Papaya, Banana, and Passionfruit, Asian Veg and herbs.
We supply local and interstate fruit distributors all year.
Main Duties and Responsibilities: Perform routine tasks in planting and producing crops, fruits, and vegetables Preparation of soil for planting crops and seedlings Operate farm machines and equipment for cultivating and spraying fruit and vegetables Proper use of chemicals to control the growth of weeds and harmful insects Maintenance of irrigation water supply system for crop growth Selecting, picking, and discarding fruit and vegetables according to quality control Grade, sort, bunch, and pack produce into containers and load onto trucks Build trellises for climbing vegetables and vines Maintain crops, fruits, and vegetables by weeding and pruning Other duties as directed on the property Some evening shifts Essential Requirements:



Demonstrate knowledge of propagation, seeding, cutting Demonstrate ability to use farm equipment, including tractors, bikes, trimmers, and small trucks Demonstrate capable of physically hard work in hot humid conditions at an acceptable pace Demonstrate ability to learn and work in multiple crops, seedlings, vines, and trees Demonstrate knowledge to maintain irrigation systems Demonstrate ability to use spray equipment on weeds and pests Demonstrate at least 3 years of relevant farming experience We will respond to short listed candidates.
Accommodation is available on site for a fee (dormitory or private room) with share kitchen, living, bathrooms and laundry.
There are rental properties in the district.
Pay $AU67,600 + superannuation per annum

📌 Crop Farm Worker (Cooma)
🏢 Matt's Patch
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