Agri Technician – Stonefruit farm - Woorinen, VIC

Agri Technician – Stone Fruit Orchard Operations

Cutri Fruit Trusco Pty Ltd

Swan Hill, Victoria

Position Overview

Working closely with Agronomists, Farm Managers and Senior Agri Technicians, the Agri Technician plays a critical role in managing and maintaining orchard health, ensuring optimal fruit production, and implementing efficient farming practices.

This position involves hands-on work in orchard management, irrigation, pest control, and harvesting while ensuring high-quality fruit production.

This position reports to Head of Orchard Operations.

This full-time position will be offered an annual salary of $75,000 - $95,000 depending on experience

Key Responsibilities

Orchard Management & Crop Care

• Provide technical assistance to agronomists, farm managers and senior technicians for all aspects of planting, spraying and harvest activities
• Monitor tree health, growth, and fruit development
• Conduct soil and leaf analysis to determine nutrient levels and recommend fertilization strategies.
• Manage and assist in pruning, thinning, and training trees to optimize fruit yield and quality.
• Implement pest and disease management programs in collaboration with agronomists and farm managers.

Irrigation & Water Management

• Assist in maintenance and operation of irrigation systems, ensuring efficient water use.
• Assist in routine inspections to detect leaks, blockages, or malfunctions in irrigation infrastructure.
• Assist the agronomists and irrigationists in irrigation system designs.

Harvesting & Post-Harvest Handling

• Assess fruit maturity and readiness for harvest.
• Supervise and assist in hand-picking or mechanical harvesting operations.
• Ensure proper handling of fruit to maintain quality standards.
• Oversee post-harvest storage and transport processes to minimize losses.

Worker Supervision & Training

• Coordinate teams of workers during key orchard operations, including pruning, thinning, and harvesting.
• Train workers on proper techniques including safety briefings
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, proper equipment use, and workplace procedures.

Sponsor Business Name: Cutri Fruit Trusco

Sponsor ACN: 661 315 939

Sponsor Contact Name: Paul Mobilio

Sponsor Contact Phone: 03 5037 6661

Website: https://www.cutrifruit.com.au/

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $75,000.00 – $95,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Rotating roster

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Woorinen, VIC 3589: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• repairs and maintenance: 3 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Work Location: In person