We're looking for a practical, reliable farm hand to help run a 9-acre native citrus orchard just outside Bendigo. You'll work mostly on your own, across plant care, irrigation and general farm infrastructure. Key responsibilities
Plant care: watering, mulching, weeding, monitoring tree health and flagging pest or disease issues Irrigation: running and adjusting schedules, checking lines and drippers, finding and fixing leaks, maintaining pumps and filters Fencing: installing, repairing and maintaining fences and gates Welding: general repairs and small fabrication jobs around the farm General farm maintenance and other duties as needed About you
Hands-on experience with irrigation, fencing and welding Current driver's licence and own transport Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in all weather Reliable, self-motivated and able to work unsupervised Orchard or horticulture experience (nice to have) ChemCert or chemical handling experience (nice to have) Tractor and small machinery experience (nice to have)