Irrigationist

at  Longtrail Farms

Longtrail Farms is currently seeking an experienced Irrigationist to join our team located in Parilla, Southern Mallee on a full-time permanent basis.
Reporting to the Irrigation Manager, you will coordinate all activities associated with irrigation operations that support optimum planting and best practice harvest. Install, maintain and service irrigation systems and mentor and support junior farmhands.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• At least a relevant AQF Cert II or equivalent AND at least 1 year (20+hpw) relevant post qualifications experience OR Have at least 2 years (38+hpw) relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 3).
• Extensive experience with irrigation systems.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Previous experience operating farm machinery.
• Knowledge of irrigation practices.
• Chemical User Permit or willingness to complete.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook and ability to use Apps.

• Determine hydraulic parameters for an irrigation system.
• Implement an irrigation-related program.
• Schedule irrigations.
• Select and manage pumping systems for irrigation.
• Interpret and apply irrigation designs.
• Supervise irrigation system installations.
• Supervise irrigation maintenance.