Overview
Gardener / Groundsperson at DA HALL & CO
Ellerslie Free Range Farms Pty ltd is an agribusiness that operates one of the largest poultry farms in Australia. We employ over 450 people across our farming operations based in the Millmerran area, an hour west of Toowoomba in Queensland. Our operations are vertically integrated, covering the entire supply chain from chick rearing, grain production, stock feed milling, egg grading and poultry production. Our layer systems include Cage, Cage-free, Free Range and Organic. We have in-house service teams which coordinate bird vaccination, bird relocation, veterinary and nutrition services.
We offer a variety of opportunities for personal and career development and career advancement for the right individual who demonstrates a willingness to learn and a commitment to our business values.
What the role is about
You will be required to monitor and maintain the farm grounds and surrounding area, including the perimeter, with a focus on sustainability.
Responsibilities
- Use equipment provided to maintain the gardens/grounds, including trimming, pruning, mowing, weed spraying, irrigation and fertilising as required
- Maintenance and regular servicing of all equipment supplied for use
- Day-to-day maintenance of existing vegetation, proactively monitoring plant health, additionally planting new vegetation as instructed
- Undertake basic horticulture tasks
- Perform general labour and farm tasks when required
About You
- Experience in the areas listed is desirable but not essential; on-the-job training is available to the right candidates
- Use equipment provided to maintain the gardens/grounds, including trimming, pruning, mowing, weed spraying, irrigation and fertilising as required
- Maintenance and regular servicing of all equipment supplied for use
- Day-to-day maintenance of existing vegetation, proactively monitoring plant health, additionally planting new vegetation as instructed
- Undertake basic horticulture tasks
- Perform general labour and farm tasks when required
What else do I need?
- A passion for Agriculture and a genuine interest in working in a rural area
- Demonstrated ability to work autonomously
- Sufficient literacy and numeracy skills
- A valid driver's license and your own transport
- Sound physical fitness, with the ability to work in dirty or dusty environments, work at heights, work in confined spaces, or work outside in all types of weather
- Willingness to adhere to strict bio-security requirements, which include not keeping live birds, chickens or pigs at home
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📌 Gardener / Groundsperson
🏢 DA Hall
📍 Toowoomba Regional