Orchard Hand

1 week ago

Riverland Murray Mallee, Australia Duxton Capital Australia Full time $45,000 - $60,000 per year

The Role

Located in the Riverland town of Loxton, we are looking for a skilled and motivated Orchard Hand to focus on tractor operations and chemical spraying. You will play a vital role in ensuring our orchards are maintained to the highest standards through safe and efficient machinery use, careful chemical application and general orchard upkeep.

Key Requirements

  • Operating tractors, trucks and other equipment for tasks such as spraying, fertilising, irrigating, and harvesting;
  • Carrying out orchard chemical spray programs with a focus on accuracy and safety;
  • Performing daily maintenance procedures on equipment to ensure smooth operations;
  • Supporting harvest operations through tractor driving and machinery use; and
  • Assisting with other orchard tasks as needed, such as general maintenance, cleaning, and pruning.

About You

  • To succeed in this role, you will have:
  • At least 2 years' experience in a similar role (horticulture or viticulture);
  • Australian driver's license;
  • Forklift licence (or willingness to complete);
  • AusChem certified, preferred but not essential;
  • Flexibility to work some evenings and weekends during busy periods as required;
  • Mechanical aptitude;
  • Previous Tractor experience (vineyards or orchards); and
  • Positive attitude, willingness to learn and ability to work well in a team environment

About Us

Duxton Apples is a geographically diversified Apple production company with Orchards in the South Australian Riverland and Nangwarry in south-east South Australia as well as a storage facility in Monarto. Duxton Apples currently produces approximately 7,000 tonnes of fresh fruit or 25% of South Australia's Apples.

Please submit a resume and cover letter.

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