Employer:Deo Nirmaan Gold Pty Ltd
Position: Horticulture Grower
Salary:$78,000 - $88,000 plus Superannuation
Location:69 Florda Gold Drive, Wells Crossing, NSW ****, Australia
Mode:Full Time
Experience:2 years' experience minimum

Key Responsibilities:

Preparing and maintaining soil conditions including cultivation and fertilization to optimise vegetable crop growth and yields
Planning and coordinating cucumber and fresh produce crop production from soil preparation to harvest considering environmental and market factors
Selecting and planting cucumber seeds and seedlings in accordance with seasonal production schedules and market requirements
Maintaining cucumber and vegetable crops through cultivating, pruning, thinning and crop training to ensure optimal growth and quality
Monitoring cucumber and vegetable crops for signs of pests, diseases, nutrient deficiencies and watering problems and implementing corrective measures
Preparing and applying pesticides, herbicides and fungicides to control pests, weeds and diseases in accordance with WHS and chemical use requirements
Managing and maintaining irrigation and fertigation systems to ensure adequate water and nutrient delivery throughout all stages of production
Collecting, grading,



packing and storing cucumbers and fresh produce and organising sale and dispatch to wholesale and retail markets
Maintaining farm buildings, machinery and equipment to ensure productive and safe farm operations
Maintaining accurate records of crop yields, chemical applications, irrigation schedules and production inputs
Managing farm budgets and monitoring costs to meet contract requirements and market demand
Coordinating occupational health and safety requirements across all farming operations

To be successful in this role, it is essential you have:

Relevant AQF Certificate III or Certificate IV in Agriculture or Horticulture, or minimum 3 years experience with formal training, or 5 years experience without formal training
Demonstrated practical knowledge and hands-on experience in horticultural crop growing including soil preparation, planting, cultivation and harvesting
Sound knowledge of pest and disease identification and management including safe use of agricultural chemicals in accordance with WHS requirements
Experience in operating and maintaining farm machinery, irrigation systems and horticultural farming equipment
Strong organisational and record keeping skills with ability to plan and manage crop production activities across varying seasons

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