MDP Farming - Lennard Brook, WA

Expression of interest is sought for a skilled, pionate and motivated individual to join a citrus farm 80km north of Perth in Western Australia.
If you are an experienced Farm Production Manager/Supervisor and/or have experience as a Farm Supervisor specialising in the production of citrus or other horticultural then we would like to hear from you.

This hands-on role is expected to work alongside and coordinate farm crews and manage the administrative functions of the farm. The main responsibilities are to optimise farming practices to improve fruit quality for export markets in Asia. Previous experience where export markets were targeted would be highly regarded.

Duties include:
General tractor work, spraying, pruning, slashing and farming practices

Training contractors and others in operations carried out on the property

Irrigation scheduling, fertigation, irrigation maintenance and repairs.

Working knowledge of pumps and fertigation

Carry out regular pest and disease inspections

Ensure the appropriate maintenance and servicing of plant and equipment

Maintaining crop and tree health

You will need to have:
at least 5 years’ experience in farming including soil and irrigation management, pest and disease management and safe operation of tractors, machinery and equipment and be able to do maintenance on it
at least 3 years’ experience as a manager/supervisor, highly organised and a good problem solver

Required experience:
Agricultural experience: minimum 5 years
Supervising/Managing: minimum 3 years
Remuneration: Experience dependent ($60,000-$70,000)

Interested parties can forward their resume to merwedup@gmail.com