HORTICULTURE IRRIGATIONIST

About A.W. Steicke & Sons

A.W. Steicke & Sons is an Australian family-operated agricultural business involved in horticultural production, including the growing of nuts, fruit and vegetables.

We are seeking an experienced Irrigationist to support the efficient management of irrigation systems across our horticultural operations. The successful applicant will be responsible for irrigation planning, system operation, scheduling, installation supervision and maintenance to ensure crops receive appropriate irrigation and water resources are used efficiently.

Position description

The Irrigationist will determine hydraulic parameters for irrigation systems, implement irrigation programs, schedule irrigation, select and manage pumping systems, interpret irrigation designs, supervise irrigation system installations and supervise irrigation maintenance.

Key duties and responsibilities

Determine hydraulic parameters for irrigation systems to support effective water distribution and irrigation performance.

Implement irrigation-related programs in accordance with crop requirements, irrigation plans and operational requirements.

Schedule irrigation activities to ensure appropriate water application across horticultural crops.

Select and manage pumping systems used for irrigation operations.

Interpret and apply irrigation designs to ensure irrigation systems are installed and operated in accordance with the relevant design specifications.

Supervise the installation of irrigation systems and associated infrastructure.

Supervise irrigation system maintenance to maintain reliable operation and efficient water delivery.

Skills and experience

Relevant experience in irrigation system operation, hydraulic assessment, irrigation scheduling, pumping systems, irrigation design interpretation, installation supervision and maintenance is a requirement for this position.

Employment conditions

Full-time employment with A.W. Steicke & Sons.

Annual salary of AUD $79,423 plus superannuation, subject to the applicable market salary rate and labour agreement requirements.

38 ordinary hours per week, with other employment conditions in accordance with applicable Australian workplace laws and the relevant labour agreement.

Work location: Beverford/ Woorinen North Victoria.