Australia: IRRIGATION CONTROLLER posted by Farm Manager SA

• Certificate III or IV in Irrigation or Diploma in Irrigation and a current Chemical Certificate.
• Minimum two (2) to five (5) years’ experience in the horticultural or Almond sector.
• Strong understanding in the use and storage of fertilizers and sound knowledge of horticultural principles and practices.
• Ability to develop irrigation and nutrition programs.
• Decent computer skills, with a solid understanding of programmed maintenance or irrigation infrastructure.
• The ability to work autonomously, with good communication skills and the aptitude to assist in budget and tracking actual expenses.
• Capability to organize and supervise staff with a team orientated approach to have a positive impact and drive results.
• Current unencumbered car drivers’ licence.

 
KEY ACCOUNTABILITY AREAS
 
Irrigation Operations
Support and promote maximum yield from trees through:

• Developing and implementing annual programmes to utilise best irrigation and nutrition schedule practice
• Actively contribute to and improve tree health through reviewing environmental factors in conjunction with the Agronomy team
• Preparing and ensuring the irrigation schedule is understood and adhered to
• Managing and directing Irrigation Teams’ daily activities relating to the maintenance of irrigation infrastructure, buildings and equipment
• Planning and monitoring key deliverables of the maintenance program
• Seek productivity gains and innovations that lead to improved reliability and efficiency of irrigation practices

 
 
Water Delivery
Oversee and manage all tasks associated with water delivery by:

• Managing all water purchases, deliveries and necessary infrastructures to ensure efficiency
• Ensuring all safety requirements are adhered to, in line with legislation and company standards
• Ensuring accurate record keeping and measuring of all water delivery
• Monitoring of contractor management and maintenance schedules

 
 
Quality
Control Support and promote quality standards through:

• Assisting in the establishment of quality assurance procedures and practices for irrigation practices

 
 
ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted