As our Technical Farm Officer/Farmhand, you will:

• Support scientific integrity of RD&E projects through the accurate completion of allocated tasks and activities adhering to scientific protocols and quality assurance principles accurately and to a high standard and in a safe manner following Work Health and Safety legislation.

• Undertake activities in the digital agriculture space including use of drones for research purposes, maintenance of sensor networks and geographic information systems.

• Undertake agricultural agronomic activities including land preparation, irrigation installation and operation, planting, harvesting, chemical application, care and maintenance of field and grain crops.

• Work independently and with other staff, following instructions from the farm supervisor and/or research facility manager to successfully complete tasks to support research projects.

• Provide technical and operational support to the maintenance program for heavy plant, vehicles, equipment, infrastructure, and land assets to ensure these are research ready, functional, safe and reliable.

• Establish and enhance, relationships to foster good working relationships with colleagues and clients.

• Utilise standardised administrative programs, packages, and systems to assist with site operations and reporting (e.g., Ag Commander, Chemwatch, Corporate Card, etc.).

Applications to remain current for 12 months

Job Ad Reference: QLD/504983/23

Closing Date: Wednesday, 11 October 2023

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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Documents

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• 504983 23 Role Description (Word, 621KB)