Ipm Technician

Are you looking to start or progress your career in Integrated Pest Management (IPM)?As a large Australian business and leader within the Horticulture Industry and Glasshouse fruit and vegetable production, we are proud to offer diverse and rewarding career opportunities.We are committed to supporting great people to succeed, develop their skills, and feel supported to reach their highest potential.We offer a safe and inclusive work environment where our employees feel strongly connected to our values.About the OpportunityWith several Flavorite sites located across Victoria, this role is based at our Tatura location which currently employs over 350 employees.We are currently seeking an IPM Technician in a full-time capacity, to join our team.The successful candidate will be provided with a full onboarding and training program and be presented with further opportunities to grow their career with ongoing leadership training.About the role:Reporting to our IPM supervisor, this role is responsible for a variety of tasks, including (but not limited to):Scouting the crops to understand pest and disease levelsProviding scout reports and maps from all growing areasSpraying to eradicate pests and assisting in coordinating IPM spray teamEnsuring site hygiene stations are stocked and clean (Footbaths, sanitizer etc)Support in training new team members on correct pest and disease identificationsThe Successful candidate will have:High attention to detailAbility to follow instructionsStrong safety awarenessStrong organisation and planning skillsPrevious IPM and/or spraying experience is desirableExperience with entomology and biological control would be desirable for this roleForklift licence and Chemical user tickers are desirable but not requiredWhy work for us:We are Australia's largest glasshouse producer of fresh fruit and vegetablesOur structure offers plenty of opportunities for driven individuals to progress their career within multiple departmentsComprehensive Orientation and Training programmes for all staff new to the business or new to a job roleSustainability is a core pillar for Flavorite and we have a number of exciting projects underway in this spaceWe prioritise innovation and process improvement, implementing the latest technologies to increase efficiencies and productionWe hold Staff Celebrations throughout the year where key milestones and top performance is recognised through our Annual AwardsWe recognise the value that a diverse and inclusive culture brings, and actively employ people from various cultural backgrounds, genders, ages and skillsets to ensure our workforce reflects the diversity of society.
A diverse, inclusive workplace gives our people a safe space to bring their whole selves to work and give their best every day.#J-18808-Ljbffr