24 Sep
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Broken Nose Vanilla
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Innisfail
24 Sep
Broken Nose Vanilla
Innisfail
This is a hands-on full-time role ideal for someone who enjoys outdoor work, is eager to learn, and passionate about plants, soil, and bees.
You will assist in field and farm operations under the direction of the Cultivation Lead/Manager, and support lab-based post-harvest and product processing.
Your responsibilities will extend across:
Vanilla vine management, including propagation, trellising, hand pollination & harvesting
Papaya production, including planting, nutrient management, fruit harvest, and papain extraction
Seasonal rice cultivation, including field layout, planting, care, and harvesting
Essential oil crops, including planting, distillation prep, and weeding
Beekeeping, including hive maintenance, pollination management, and honey/wax collection
Lab & processing assistance, including sample prep, cleaning, and documentation
Key Responsibilities:
Perform field tasks: planting, transplanting, pruning, irrigation, fertilization, and pest/disease management
Operate or assist in the use of tractors and other farm machinery (training provided if needed)
Assist with hive inspections, feeding, swarm prevention, and honey collection
Maintain records and assist in data entry/reporting using Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets
Participate in post-harvest processing and lab-scale product prep
Follow all farm hygiene, biosecurity and safety protocols
Contribute to a positive, learning-focused team environment
What We're Looking For:
Diploma or Degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, or related field (Highly Desirable)
Basic knowledge or a strong interest in beekeeping (training can be provided)
Experience or willingness to learn farm machinery operation (especially tractors)
Familiarity with field crop management practices
Competency in reporting and digital tools like Excel and Google Sheets
Physically fit, comfortable working in hot/humid outdoor environments
Eager to learn and take initiative under the guidance of senior technicians
What We Offer:
A full time role with opportunities for long-term development
Skill-building in multi-crop tropical farming and integrated beekeeping
Training in lab techniques, organic practices, and machine operation
Supportive and inclusive team culture
Involvement in innovative, sustainability-focused agriculture
On-site accommodation available for the right candidate post-interview
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📌 Junior Cultivation Technician (Innisfail)
🏢 Broken Nose Vanilla
📍 Innisfail