Senior Agronomy Specialist

1 week ago

Mildura, Victoria, Australia Costa Full time

Location: Sunraysia, VIC/NSW

Costa is recognized as Australia's premier grower, packer, and distributor of high-quality fresh produce. Our workforce is dedicated to delivering the freshest fruits and vegetables to households across the nation. Being part of our organization means engaging in a fulfilling and sustainable career that benefits both you and the Australian community.

Position Overview

As a key member of our team, the Agronomist will collaborate closely with Farm Managers, agronomy and irrigation personnel, as well as external consultants, to formulate and oversee a comprehensive agronomy and irrigation strategy aimed at optimizing fruit yield, quality, size, and profitability across all agricultural assets in the Sunraysia region. This role demands exceptional communication skills and the capacity to influence stakeholders at various levels within the organization.

Key Responsibilities

The Agronomist will be responsible for achieving a variety of critical agronomic and food safety objectives while fostering strong relationships with essential stakeholders to implement agronomic strategies effectively.

Specific Duties Include:
  1. Implementing agronomic and technical initiatives and pruning techniques to maximize returns per hectare.
  2. Providing expert advice on nutrition, pest and disease management, pruning, fruit thinning, and sizing.
  3. Ensuring optimal performance and maintenance of irrigation systems.
  4. Training irrigation personnel on water management and scheduling practices for diverse varieties and plantings.
  5. Contributing to the preparation of capital expenditure plans to facilitate the execution of irrigation and fertigation initiatives.
  6. Engaging with relevant industry organizations and technical groups to enhance agronomic knowledge and promote continuous improvement.
Qualifications and Skills
  1. A Degree or Diploma in Agronomy.
  2. A comprehensive understanding of agronomy with at least 10 years of experience in horticultural production.
  3. In-depth knowledge of plant growth regulators and insecticides utilized in citrus cultivation.
  4. Proficiency in implementing regulated deficit irrigation trials and analyzing data.
  5. Competence in using Microsoft Word and Excel.
Employee Wellbeing

At Costa, our employees are our greatest asset. We offer some of the most competitive benefits and working conditions in the industry, including attractive remuneration, health and wellness programs, and opportunities for professional development. Regardless of your role, you will thrive in a supportive environment that encourages growth and connection.

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