Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

V.T.Melbourne and co Reporting to Farm Manager the successful candidate will provide technical support across our agricultural operations, working closely with our production and research teams to improve efficiency, productivity and the adoption of contemporary agricultural technology.

Benefits & Tasks & Responsibilities
Examine soil, crop and pasture conditions to identify nutrient deficiencies and recommend appropriate treatments
Assist in developing and trialling current methods of planting, fertilising, harvesting and processing crops and livestock feed to achieve optimum land use
Install, calibrate, maintain and service precision agriculture equipment and technology, including sensors, monitoring systems, virtual fencing and automated machinery such as automatic milking systems
Collect and record field and laboratory data to support agricultural research, production and business decisions
Provide technical support to agricultural research scientists, agronomists and farm management staff
Prepare technical reports summarising findings and recommendations




Assist with training farm staff in the secure and effective use of agricultural technology and equipment

Qualification & Experience

An AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma in a relevant field such as agriculture, horticulture, agronomy or agricultural science, or at least three years of relevant work experience in a comparable technical role
At least 12 months work experience at a professional level
Sound knowledge of modern agricultural practices and precision agriculture technology
Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to interpret field and laboratory data
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Current driver licence and willingness to travel between farm sites as required

About Company

V.T. Melbourne & Co is a private, family-owned agricultural enterprise based on the property "Yarral" in Narrabri, Recent South Wales . It operates as a private primary production business (focused on cotton, cattle ranching, and crop farming) within the Namoi Valley sector.

Work Type: Full time Salary: $75000-85000
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