Red Earth farms is a family owned and operated farm based in the Riverland, specialising in Melons, Grapes, Almonds and Garlic. Multiple full time positions are available.
Role Description:
* Demonstrated knowledge and experience across a broad spectrum of the horticultural field, including propagation, planting and pruning work.
* Get growing media ready, along with appropriate trays, pots, and containers.
* Physically capable of performing manual labour.
* Knowledge of preparation and application of pesticide and weedicide techniques
* Knowledge of pest control techniques like fumigation procedures
* Good understanding of irrigation and nutrition techniques
* Ensure all equipment and machinery is maintained and operated to manufacturer's specifications.
* Use appropriate tools, machinery and techniques for harvesting crops, cultivate land, sowing, packing of crops and ensure that produce is not damaged.
* Driving vehicles to get equipment to and from the worksite and for delivery of sales stock.
* Maintenance of records and ensure that pre- and post-harvest programs are effectively carried through, as set by the farm owner for maintenance of soil, hydroponic and plant.
* Focus on safety of self and others.
Core capabilities of successful candidates:
* Previous experience with repetitive tasks
* Ability to follow instruction
* Reliable and motivated
* Good level of fitness
* Strong team work abilities
Skills required for the role
* Minimum of 3 years experience in horticulture / general farm hard
* Experience in melon, pumpkins, almonds, grapes and garlic essential along with grafting skills
* Must have a forklift licence