Farm Supervisor

Agriculture and Fisheries (Organisation site )
Research Infrastructure; Agri-Science Queensland; Agriculture; Toowoomba

For more than a century, the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries has played a vital role in enabling the production and protection of food and fibre for Queenslanders and the world. From the land to the sea. From the bush to the city.
From hard-working families to global trade relationships. From connected communities to prosperity for all.
Every day’s different, and so is every team within the department. United by service and purpose, together, we are moving forward, building on a proud past towards a prosperous future.

• In collaboration with the Facility Manager, liaise with clients to plan and allocate resources to ensure efficient and effective support to all clients.
• Provide Technical Trial support advice and services to (DAF), Universities, QAAFI and External Clients to support Leslie Research Facility trials.
• Contribute to Leslie Research Facility strategic plans to achieve short, medium, and long-term milestones.
• Manage/ supervise the Farm Support Team and casual staff in accord with DAF policies and procedures.
• Undertake and coordinate agricultural agronomic activities including land preparation, irrigation installation and operation, planting, harvesting, weeding, chemical application, mowing, care and maintenance of field and grain crops.
• Work independently and with other staff, following instructions from Facility Manager and or Researchers to successfully complete tasks to support research projects.
• Establish, enhance, and maintain relationships to foster good working relationships with colleagues and clients.
• Manage the maintenance program for heavy plant, vehicles, equipment, and infrastructure to ensure assets are research ready and functional.
• Undertake the purchasing of consumables and collaborate with the Facility Manager for higher value asset purchases.
• Perform the to comply with statutory and corporate compliance and to ensure a safe work environment.
• Utilise standardised administrative programs, packages and systems to assist with site operations and reporting (e.g., Ag Commander, Chemwatch, HR systems, Corporate Card, etc.)

Essential requirements
• A Diploma or Associate Diploma in Agriculture or Plant Sciences or equivalent.
• A current “C” class drivers' licence is a requirement of this role.
• Experience in farming and/or field crop research
• HR Truck Licence or ability to acquire Licence

Job Ad Reference: QLD/567231/24

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