Irrigation - Leading Hand

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Job Type: Permanent
Industry: Permanent Recruitment
Reference: 655555523322145495
Job Published: 21 days ago
The Leading Hand/Supervisor Irrigator will work closely with the Farm Manager/Irrigation Manager to lead a team of Farm Hands in orchard or crop maintenance, with a strong focus on irrigation management. This role requires outdoor work in various weather conditions, handling chemicals, and some physical lifting.

A house is provided free of charge to the successful applicant, conveniently located nearby the farm. 

About FIP Group 
FIP Group is an Australian owned specialist recruitment and workforce management company with both local and international talent solutions. FIP Group is part of PeopleIN, the largest ASX-listed talent solutions company in Australia and New Zealand.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead and develop a productive team of Farm Hands.
  • Provide coaching, feedback, and performance appraisals.
  • Promote continuous improvement and uphold company values.
  • Monitor water systems and report irrigation issues.
  • Maintain records of bore/pump usage and water levels.
  • Inspect and repair irrigation lines and equipment.
  • Perform general orchard or crop care, such as pruning and replanting.
  • Assist with weed management and plant health monitoring.
  • Enforce safety policies and proper PPE use.
  • Train the team to ensure safety and efficiency.
  • Safely operate and maintain machinery, reporting faults as needed.
  • Seek productivity improvements and optimize resource use.
  • Assist with employee management, training, and resource allocation.
  • Perform additional tasks as directed by senior management.
Requirements:
  • Strong leadership, team-building, and coaching skills.
  • Experience in irrigation systems within a horticultural or cropping environment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Commitment to safety and adaptability in changing environments.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Solid organizational and time management abilities.
  • Open driver's license.
If you're passionate about agriculture, irrigation management, and leading a productive team, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now to join our dynamic team.
  
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all applications are treated with complete confidentiality. We thank you for your application, however, due to the volume of applicants only successful applicants will be contacted. A full list of all vacancies within FIP Group can be found on our website fipgroup.com.au/jobs.