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Leading Irrigation Hand - Walnut & Almond FarmingAdd expected salary to your profile for insightsAt Stahmann Webster, our diverse team of dedicated people have been the driving force behind our success. As industry leaders, we are focused on attracting outstanding industry professionals to our business as well as building strong relationships within the community to identify and nurture future talent.Our commitment to safety, to our people and to our community lie at the heart of our values.Growth mindset We challenge ourselves and each other to never be standing still, we consistently strive to do things better.Empowered We relish the opportunity to enrich and enlarge our roles, gripping autonomy and freedoms that matter.Resilient We approach all challenges with positivity and determination, viewing every setback as temporary and surmountable.Connected We are united around a shared purpose and never hesitate to support people in other parts of the business to be successful.Humble We are dedicated to serving each other and always put the team first.Sound like you? Here is what you should knowAbout the roleThe Leading Irrigation Hand is responsible for the operating and maintenance of irrigation equipment used to grow the walnut and almond crops at our orchards. The Leading Orchard Hand - Irrigation will at times supervise other staff as they carry out their duties. Reporting to the Orchard Manager, the role is varied and requires someone who understands the wide-ranging and changing environment of a large-scale orchard. Flexibility to be on-call is important in this role.Overtime is available.Duties include but not limited toDriving WHS policies and proceduresExecuting the irrigation schedulingIrrigation system maintenance flushing, pressure tests, repair leaksAssisting with other orchard tasks as requiredPump shed house keepingTraining employeesEssential Criteria, Skills and ExperienceValid drivers licenceBasic understanding of horticulture production (spraying, harvesting, irrigation, fertiliser, pests, fungus etc.)Knowledge and skills in preventative maintenance and small repairs advantageousCapable of performing the necessary install and adjustment of irrigation field equipmentWhat We Are OfferingCompetitive hourly rate: $33+ per hour plus overtime and penalty rates.Remote Area Housing salary packaging benefitEnjoy an affordable, country lifestyle Our Greenview Almond Orchard is a 20-minute drive from Griffith, a peaceful agricultural town of 27,000 in the Riverina Region of southern NSW.We Invest in YouTo develop your skills and safety knowledge we provide funding for safety courses, certifications, and professional development courses.To support your family and meet your personal goals with financial or in-kind assistance in times of need and through the Stahmann WebsterBe Your Bestprogram.Build a long-term career in agricultureCareer development opportunities 80% of our orchard leadership positions have been rewarded internallyin our fast-growing business.Exceptional job security our size and scope and long-term investment horizon provide opportunities for rewarding, long-term careers.Make a differenceHave your say we encourage our people to provide regular feedback to our leaders and to the business by contributing our surveys.Be a part of a bigger purpose we give back to our local communities and promote the health of our global environment through a range of purpose-driven initiatives.And so much more!Attractive SW Paid Parental Leave Policy we support our new parents with an attractive SW Paid Parental Leave policy that supports both eligible primary and secondary carers.The Peoples Pantry we provide a pantry of food items available to you whenever you need a little something to keep you going.Feel supported at work we understand that sometimes life-happens and so through our wellness program we work with our people to ensure they can access any support they may need both personally and professionally.Enjoy a diverse and inclusive workplace our people come from more than 20 cultural backgrounds, and we celebrate all of our communities, whether local or from around the country and around the world.Opportunity to travel your role may offer opportunity, if you wish, for you to travel between our sites and experience different parts of Australia and our business.What You Should Know About Our OperationsOur business is widespread, growing walnuts and almonds in the Riverina Region in New South Wales, pecans in Moree andmacadamias, avocados, and mangoesin Bundaberg, Queensland. In addition to fruit and nut growing, we also operate apiaries located in Temora, Nowra and Dubbo.Off the paddock, we operatenut processing and packing facilities in Leeton, Toowoomba and Bundaberg as well as fruit packing and processing in Bundaberg. In addition, our shared services teams (Finance, Sales, ESG, Safety and People & Culture) are located across all of our sites as well as the Brisbane, Melbourne and Griffith offices.At Stahmann Webster, we are committed to the planet and the people we serve. Through research, innovation, and technology we strive to find exciting and environmentally sustainable horticultural and production practices throughout all of our operations.Read more about our ESG Commitment on our website: www.stahmannwebster.com.au/esg-and-sustainability/Not sure if this is the right role for you?If this role is not exactly what youre looking for but you would still love to work with us, please email us or complete the expression of interest form on our website linked below.OUR LEGACY. BUILD OUR FUTURE.Unlock job insightsSalary match Number of applicants Skills matchYour application will include the following questions:How many years'' experience do you have as an Orchard Hand? 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