Manbulloo
Manbulloo is a leading Australian producer of the highest quality mangoes and avocados, with seven farms across NT and Northern Queensland Manbulloo is proud to deliver the best tasting fruit to customers within Australia and overseas each year.
The role
We are currently looking for a reliable, honest person to join us as a Farm Hand at the Manbulloo Farm, near Katherine NT.
Main responsibilities include:
- Taking care of sprinkler and irrigation activities - this is perhaps the biggest part of the role.
- Implementing weekly and seasonal plans as discussed with the Farm Manager, including canopy management, irrigation, pest and disease management, weed management and so on
- Mixing and spraying
- Crop inspections and monitoring
- Maintaining activity records
- Inspecting, cleaning and maintaining equipment and irrigation systems
- Assisting with harvest in the field or the shed, as required
- Operating tractors and other farm machinery
- Other duties as required by the Farm Manager
As you'd expect, this is a hands-on role first and foremost. However, there is an element of self-leadership involved too, so you'll need to take responsibility, show initiative and interact well with people.
You
To be successful in the position you will probably have had experience working on a farm before, but integrity, work ethic and application are the most important things:
- Ability to operate machinery and equipment competently and safely
- A solid work ethic
- Good self and time management
- Task focus and diligence
- Flexibility in moving from task to task easily
- Reasonable reading, writing and numeracy skills
- A calm, positive attitude, and willingness to get in and do the job efficiently and effectively
Benefits
This is a permanent full-time role, with interesting up-skilling and career pathways available. A salary will be negotiated to recognize your current skills and future potential. On-site accommodation is available, subject to some practical considerations. If you like a truly rural lifestyle, with all the space and peace of the Australia that most people rarely see, this is the place for it.
As for confidence and job satisfaction, you'll be shown how to do things you are not experienced in, but you won't be micromanaged - Mike is highly experienced and knowledgeable in all aspects of operating a successful farm, will give you every chance to take ownership and feel a real sense of pride in your achievements.
If you would like to work, and build your career if that's the direction you're looking for, in horticulture, why not learn with Australia's best?
Apply
Just click on the APPLY button, and then add your resume and you can also add a cover letter if you wish. We look forward to hearing from you soon!
Pay: $70,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year
Application Question(s):
- How many years' experience do you have as a Farmhand?
- How would you rate your English language skills?
- Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
- Do you own or have regular access to a car?
Work Authorisation:
Work Location: In person
