**About the role**
Join our team as a full-time Irrigation Manager on our Jubilee Orchard, located near Rhenmark, SA. This pivotal role involves managing irrigation operations on an almond orchard spanning approximately 465 hectares. You will ensure the efficient delivery of water and fertiliser, oversee the irrigation team, and contribute to the orchard's growth and productivity through effective irrigation practices.
**What you'll be doing**
- Scheduling and managing irrigation to ensure optimal water levels for almond growth.
- Operating and maintaining irrigation system components including pumps, filtration, and drip lines.
- Monitoring and reporting on irrigation data, water table readings, and power usage.
- Managing an irrigation team to perform tasks effectively.
- Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Conducting regular maintenance on irrigation infrastructure and troubleshooting any issues.
**What we're looking for**
- Previous experience as an Irrigation Manager or Irrigation 2IC, preferably with almonds or similar crops.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience managing budgets and working within cost constraints.
- Current driver's licence.
**What we offer**
At Select Harvests, we are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment for our employees. We are offering a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Our focus on work-life balance and employee wellbeing ensures that our team members can thrive both in and out of the workplace.
**About us**
Select Harvests is one of Australia's largest almond growers and a leading agribusiness, dedicated to the sustainable production, processing, and marketing of high-quality almonds. With over 9,000 hectares of almond orchards across the country, we are committed to maintaining excellence in both farming and environmental management.
Our vertically integrated business model allows us to control the entire supply chain, from growing and harvesting to processing and exporting almonds to global markets. We take pride in our innovative farming techniques, commitment to sustainability, and focus on producing premium, healthy food products. Select Harvests is driven by its core values of safety, quality, teamwork, and sustainability, ensuring that our operations not only meet but exceed industry standards.
Pay: $77,000.00 - $82,000.00 per year
**Benefits**:
- Company car
- Housing provided
Application Question(s):
- What's your expected annual base salary?
**Experience**:
- Irrigation: 2 years (preferred)
Work Authorisation:
- Australia (required)
Work Location: In person