Gri Technician -Stone Fruit Orchard Operations
Cutri Fruit
Swan Hill Victoria
Position Overview
Working closely with Agronomists, Farm Managers and Senior Agri Technicians, the Agri Technician plays a critical role in managing and maintaining orchard health, ensuring optimal fruit production, and implementing efficient farming practices.
This position involves hands-on work in orchard management,irrigation, pest control, and harvesting while ensuring high-quality fruit production.
This full-time position will be offered an annual salary of
$75,000 -$95,000 depending on experience
This position reports to Head of Orchard Operations
Key Responsibilities
Orchard Management & Crop Care
Provide technical assistance to agronomists, farm managers and senior technicians for all aspects of planting, spraying and harvest activities
Monitor tree health, growth, and fruit development
Conduct soil and leaf analysis to determine nutrient levels and recommend fertilization strategies.
Manage and assist in pruning, thinning, and training trees to optimize fruit yield and quality.
Implement pest and disease management programs in collaboration with agronomists and farm managers.
Irrigation & Water Management
Assist in maintenance and operation of irrigation systems,ensuring efficient water use.
Assist in routine inspections to detect leaks, blockages, or malfunctions in irrigation infrastructure.
* Assist the agronomists and irrigationists in irrigation system designs.
Harvesting & Post-Harvest Handling
* Assess fruit maturity and readiness for harvest.
* Supervise and assist in hand-picking or mechanical harvesting operations.
* Ensure proper handling of fruit to maintain quality standards.
* Oversee post-harvest storage and transport processes to minimize losses.
Worker Supervision & Training
* Coordinate teams of workers during key orchard operations,including pruning, thinning, and harvesting.
* Train workers on proper techniques including safety briefings
* Ensure compliance with safety regulations, proper equipment use, and workplace procedures.
Sponsor Business Name: Cutri Fruit Trusco Pty Ltd
Sponsor ACN: 661 315 939
Sponsor Contact Name: Paul Mobilio
Sponsor Contact Phone: 03 5037 6661
Website: https://www.cutrifruit.com.au/
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 – $95,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person