Field Operations Specialist

3 weeks ago

Orange, Australia Loam Bio Full time

About Loam

At Loam, we’re dedicated to enhancing the sustainability and resilience of agricultural systems through innovative soil carbon sequestration. By empowering farmers and landowners to reduce carbon emissions while improving soil health, we’re helping to create a sustainable future for agriculture. Join us in making a positive, lasting impact on the environment and the global agricultural landscape.

About the Role

The Field Operations Specialist will report to the Field Operations Lead, focusing on soil sample collection, processing, and ensuring field data quality. You will assist with daily scheduling, lead safety briefings, and oversee coring work, ensuring compliance with regulations.

In this role, you'll work with a team conducting remote field soil sampling across Australia, contributing to high-quality carbon projects for growers. You’ll troubleshoot in the field, follow WHS protocols, and maintain high standards while working autonomously. The role also involves managing quality control processes, ensuring compliance, and overseeing sample logistics.

Responsibilities: 

  • Conduct soil sampling in accordance with established methodologies and protocols for soil carbon analysis, soil science, and R&D practices.
  • Ensure accurate collection and quality assurance of field data.
  • Initiate quality control procedures.
  • Support the coordination of teams and equipment.
  • Lead safety briefings and communicate daily objectives and tasks to team members.
  • Provide updates on daily field operations and maintain accurate records of team activities.
  • Offer training and guidance to new team members while adhering to strict regulatory requirements.
  • Ensure the upkeep and maintenance of all equipment, workspaces, vehicles, and consumables.
  • Maintain and clean the field and plant sampling equipment, and reorganize equipment and consumables in preparation for upcoming sampling events.

Requirements

  • Based in Orange, NSW, with the ability to travel across Australia.
  • Attention to Detail: Strong commitment to integrity and meticulous attention to detail in all tasks.
  • Problem-Solving Skills: Capable of troubleshooting and managing contingencies as they arise, adhering to Loam's standard operating procedures while maintaining high integrity while working unsupervised.
  • Self-Starter: Able to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
  • WHS Knowledge: Deep understanding of Work Health and Safety (WHS) regulations and the ability to work autonomously in remote locations.
  • Willingness to Travel: Prepared to travel to remote locations nationally, and work on the road for extended periods
  • Physical Fitness: Physically fit and willing to perform labour-intensive tasks associated with soil sampling and production-oriented work.
  • Flexibility: Open to working in various environments and settings.
  • Safety Awareness: Committed to following Job Safety Assessments (JSA) and addressing any unsafe behaviors or procedures.
  • Driving Skills: Possess a driver's license with confidence in off-road driving; trailer towing experience is preferred.
  • Communication Skills: Effective communication skills with a focus on the well-being of the team.

Benefits

  • Personal Learning Budget: Support for professional development and continuous growth.
  • Flexible Work Environment: Options for remote work to support work-life balance.
  • Impactful Work: Contribute to global efforts in environmental sustainability and agriculture.
  • Training and Development: Access to a personal development plan with ongoing training opportunities.

Why You Should Join Us:

At Loam, we’re tackling some of the most pressing challenges of our time with a passionate team dedicated to making a real difference. If you’re eager to apply your skills to a mission that truly matters, we’d love to hear from you.

Loam Bio is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic.

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