Bettafield Piggery Pty Ltd Based near Biloela Central QLD, is looking to fill the role of Agricultural Technician. You will be working within a team environment and safely undertakes a range of farming activities, to high standards, in line with seasonal conditions, and supports to the Manager with expert advice on land management, planning, and execution that is required to effective grow and harvest predominantly gain and pulses crops to feed our vertically integrated Pork production business.
About the job
You'll be rewarded with a base annual income between $78,000 - $90,000, plus superannuation and ongoing training and development. Your day-to-day duties will include:
• Undertake safe and effective operation of modern, fit for purpose farming equipment and machinery used for farm activities
• Safe chemical handling, use and storage
• Undertaking basic servicing of machinery and equipment
• Data capture and record keeping, utilising relevant systems and technology
• Monitor and report to Manager on weather, soil and seasonal conditions
• Identification of weeds, parasites and collaborating with manager to devising methods of controls
• Consultation and liaison with Agronomist
About you
Having obtained an AQF Advanced Diploma (or equivalent) or bring a minimum of 3 years' practical experience in farming/cropping, experience, you'll be a self-motivated, positive team player who has:
• Ability to safely and efficiently operate a range of farm machinery, plant & equipment
• Expertise in pasture, land and soil characteristics and management
• Practical knowledge of range of planting, fertilising, harvesting and processing processes to achieve optimal production outcomes
• Ability to recognise, identify and eliminate pests and weeds
• Sound numeracy and literacy skills
• Appreciation of quality and compliance processes, with attention to detail and accuracy
• Sound computer literacy and keyboard skills
About us
Bettafield Piggery Pty Ltd is a Family owned and run vertically integrated Pork production business. We currently employ around 30 staff and own or lease 10,000acres. Our pork is renowned for quality and consistency. We believe this is due to our overall farming approach starting with soil nutrition.