Pittsworth State High School is seeking a full time Agricultural Assistant to work as part of a dynamic team. The position of Agricultural Assistant plays a vital role in the day to day operation of the Agricultural Science Department. Working as part of a team, the role works with both staff and students to maximise educational outcomes.
The role provides a high level of agricultural systems support to support school staff and students, ensuring that field sites, animals, crops, machinery and equipment are maintained in a functional, secure and safe manner.
About the Role
* Contribute to the efficient and effective operation of the school by providing a high level of agricultural systems support to nominated staff.
* Ensure that the agricultural field study sites, animals, crops, machinery and equipment are maintained in a functional, secure and safe manner.
Responsibilities
* Prepare and maintain agricultural facilities, equipment, and field sites.
* Plant, care for, and monitor crops and gardens.
* Feed and care for animals, including cleaning enclosures.
* Apply fertilisers, insecticides, and other agricultural treatments as required.
* Maintain fences, gates, machinery, glasshouses, aquariums, and storage areas.
* Manage agricultural supplies, chemicals, fuel stocks, deliveries, and stocktakes.
* Record basic agricultural data and maintain stock records.
* Support agricultural teaching activities by preparing materials and assisting practical classes.
* Ensure compliance with safety, maintenance, and first aid requirements.
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