Growing Technician at Flavorite Hydroponic Tomatoes- Australia

Employer Name: Flavorite Hydroponic Tomatoes

Salary: Not Specified

Employment type: Full-time

Location: Katunga VIC

Application Closes: Not Specified

Flavorite is one of Australia’s largest fresh fruit and vegetable glasshouse producers. Flavorite grows, markets, distributes and supplies premium, flavorful, fresh produce nationally and internationally. Our people are the driving force behind the Flavorite story. Our team continues to push the boundaries of agriculture and innovate to ensure that we produce the best-tasting produce all year while minimizing our environmental impact. Join us in building a healthy and sustainable future. We have a strong culture based on family values and a desire for continuous improvement. Our workforce is diverse, and our technical capabilities in the agricultural industry are best in class.

We have available an exciting position for a passionate individual to join our growing technical team. In this highly technical role, you will thrive under new challenges where no two days are the same.

Reporting directly to the Senior Grower, the Growing Technician is responsible for assisting the Grower with implementing the growth strategies to achieve budgeted production levels.

 Primary Responsibilities

• Inspection of crop health and irrigation requirements
• Maintenance and repairs of irrigation lines and equipment
• Undertake PH and EC calibrations to specifications
• Use of computer-based programs to control the greenhouse environment
• Mix fertilizer to procedure and OH&S standards
• Record and report on goods consumption
• Complete regular audits against required targets

 Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent practical experience
• High attention to detail and sound judgment
• Intermediate computer skills
• Consultative communication skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships
• Ability to work a varied roster that includes weekends and on-call.

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