Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

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Develop Agricultural Strategies and Provide Support(30%)

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Scheduleandmonitortheapplication ofastructuredagriculturalnutrition program

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Collect&collatesoil;, water & tissue samplingresults

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In conjunction with irrigation department, schedule and adjust irrigation programs to maximise plant health and productivity

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Work with Farm Manager to developand implementannualpruning andcrophusbandryprograms, based onorchardvariety,ageand resources

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Document and implement a plant protectionspray program,assistingfarm manager to schedule sprays and IPM strategies. Work withSprayteam to ensure chemical use is compliant and effective

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Assist withR&D,datacollectionandagri-innovation in priority areas, as directed by business

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Field monitoring and reporting(50%)

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Monitor, evaluate andreportonapplication andperformanceofagronomy schedule, including fertiliser&spray; programs

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Monitor and reportpest &diseaseand; plant healthwithin orchards

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Provide crop forecast, size and quality data for harvest/pack shed requirements, as requested

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Direct and report onexternal consultantvisits,as directed by Farm Manager and Agronomy Manager

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Completeformalised reportsto meetcompliance withexternal audit requirements

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Manage and report onfield research trialsas requested by Farm Manager and Agronomy Manager

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Monitor& reportnurserystock development for upcoming plantings

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Undertakingcrop maturity,field sampling & reportingforSales and Quality department

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Ensure compliance with budgetary restrictions for plant protection and otherconsumables

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Document and update technical BMPs & SOPs, as directed by farm manager and agronomy manager

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Health and Safety(3%)

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Support employees and managers to achieve best practice Safety,Healthand Environment outcomes byimplementing safe practices and processes at all times

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Familiarise and understand Company OH & S policies and procedures in line with Nutrano standards

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Trend Analysis(10%)

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Collateand updateall agronomic data (nutrition, sampling, climate, chemical)for analysis

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Collate and reporton monthlyforecasting,qualityand production data

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Undertake seasonal reviews of all production data to revise agronomic programs

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Other(7%)

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Assist Farm Manager with supervision of staff, as directed

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Mentor & supervisejunior agronomists& other technical personnelwithin the business.

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Experience and Qualifications:

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Degree in Agronomy, Environmental Science or similar (preferred)

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Knowledge of citrus agronomy(preferred)

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Experience scheduling & adjusting irrigation programs for orchard horticulture

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Experience and capacity to undertakeregular fieldscoutingactivities in Nth Australiaor similarclimate

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Knowledge & identification skills for common orchard pest and diseases

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Demonstrated experienceoperatingand reporting forAgritechon a commercial scale

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Experience with formal business reporting of technical data

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Current Driver's Licence.

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ChemCertor equivalent accreditation (or willingness to obtain).

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About us

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About us

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Our people are the heart of our success! Are you passionate about fresh, high-quality produce and looking to make a meaningful impact in the food industry?

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We are dedicated to bringing the best produce from farm to table. Join our agile team and be part of a company that values people, innovation, sustainability, and community. If you're ready to grow your career, and have a one team and safety-first approach, we want to hear from you! Established in 2016, Seven Fields Pty Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Nutrano Produce Group, is one of Australia's leading produce companies, founded on a deep respect for our people, our growers, and the communities in which we operate in.

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📌 Agronomist (Wallaville)
🏢 Nutrano Produce Group
📍 Wallaville