Irrigation Assistants

Zerella Fresh is one of Australia’s largest growers and packers of Carrots, Onions and Potatoes supplying Australia’s leading supermarket chains plus independents and exports.

We are currently seeking experienced and motivated Irrigation Assistants to join our team on a full-time permanent basis at our Virginia site located in South Australia.

Reporting to the Irrigation Manager, the Irrigation Assistant will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of irrigation systems and programs to ensure effective and efficient water delivery to all crop areas and maximise the value of the crop production.

A salary of $60,000 - $90,000 will be available, based on applicable qualifications and experience.

**Duties include**:

- Supervise the installation of drainage and water harvesting systems.
- Identify, schedule, and supervise routine and preventative maintenance of irrigation systems to minimise breakdowns.
- Develop and implement irrigation equipment upgrades, modifications, and new installs to reduce risk, improve capability, quality, and reliability, while lowering operational costs.
- Maintain irrigation rates and schedules according to recommendations.
- Interpret schematics and electrical configurations on centre pivots.
- Diagnose faults and perform operational maintenance on irrigation pumps and equipment as required.
- Procure parts and equipment as required and in accordance with company process and procedure.
- All other requirements as directed to achieve business objectives.

**Requirements**:

- Certificate II level qualification in irrigation management or relevant field OR equivalent relevant work experience.
- Minimum of 2 years relevant work experience.
- Experience in irrigation operations / farm management.
- Experience in the irrigation of potato, carrot, and onion crops (desirable).
- Basic mechanical knowledge and experience working with large scale agricultural machinery.
- Unrestricted Class C Drivers Licence (essential).
- Chemical User Certificate Accreditation (essential).
- Cultural adaptability and a willingness to work with a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Ability and willingness to undertake manual, and sometimes physical work.
- Ability and willingness to work outdoors, in all kinds of weather conditions.
- A willingness to be hands on and participate in a broad range of duties, a strong work ethic is essential.
- Respect for others and pride in team’s performance.
- Commitment to ongoing learning.
- Commitment to delivering team goals and the drive to be successful.

Flexible work hours are required for this role, in line with seasonal production requirements.

Pay: $60,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)

Work Location: In person