About the Role
Reporting to the Agricultural Research and Development Manager, this casual role will be based at BRA’s purpose-built facility in Ulverstone.
Primary responsibilities include assisting with a variety of hands-on tasks to support the day-to-day operations of the R&D; team. With a high emphasis on manual field work, activities may include tractor operations, chemical spraying, hand planting, plant sampling and general trial maintenance activities.
Due to the outdoor nature of this role, work patterns will vary according to the weather, approximately 2-5 days per week from Monday – Friday, with fulltime hours likely over the harvesting period (Dec/Jan).
To be successful in this role you will have the ability to follow procedures and instructions, attention to detail and work with a close-knit team. You will be an effective communicator, maintain a positive attitude and reliable.
Key responsibilities
- Undertake field work including trial maintenance (weeding and hoeing).
- Planting and sampling of plants (picking leaves, flowers etc).
- Assess and record data.
- Opportunities for tractor related operations.
- Spray pesticides as/if required.
The ideal candidate will possess the following experience/skills
- Ability to work outdoors, including manual field work
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain concentration
- Good physical fitness
- Able to follow procedures and instructions regarding safety.
How to Apply
To apply, click the ‘Apply For This Job’ button and submit the below:
- Up to date resume (including 2 x work related referees)
- Cover letter detailing your interest in the role, and how your previous work experience meets the essential skills, experience and attributes listed above. If you are interstate and looking to relocate to Tasmania, please note this in your application.
To be considered for this role you will need to pass a pre-employment medical including a drug and alcohol screening.
For more information, you can call us on for a confidential discussion.
PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLY THOSE CANDIDATES WITH THE RELEVANT QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND RIGHT TO LIVE AND WORK IN AUSTRALIA WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE. ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.
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