Tractor and Spray Operator Job at Costa Group AU OCT

 We’re Looking to hire, Tractor and Spray Operator Job at Costa Group AU OCT

1. Tractor and Spray Operator Job
2. Tasmania, Dunorlan, Lebrina, Sulphur Creek, Wesley Vale, Australia
3. Full-Time

About Company

Costa is Australia’s leading grower, packer and marketer of premium quality fresh fruit and vegetables. We nurture our people, cultivate our growing sites, and invest in ongoing research and development.Tractor and Spray Operator Job at Costa Group AU OCT

All the products we grow, and sell are fresh, nutritious, unprocessed, and grown on our very own farms or those of our partner growers.

From the local fruit and veg shop in downtown Geelong to an international company successfully farming, packing and marketing we know what it means to be well grown.

For us, it’s about drawing on our roots and staying true to our values as we deal with the challenges of our time and adapt to a new future of farming.

It’s about learning to work together in changing climates and ensuring we keep producing food that’s fresh, affordable and nutritious.

We’re on a mission to celebrate well grown while setting the standard in sustainable commercial farming.

Job Responsibilities

You’ll be responsible for operating and maintaining farm equipment, tractors, and spraying units, and for the application of relevant sprays onto our berry crops. Previous experience for this role is not needed as training will be provided to the successful applicant.

• Operate tractor and spray unit combination toward the safe and accurate application of sprays to our berry crops
• Operate slasher, mulching equipment
• Perform regular checks and preventative maintenance on equipment and machinery as directed
• Accurately prepare of spray mixtures (insecticides, fungicides, herbicides) to be used in spray operations
• Ensure all equipment is regularly washed down and cleaned according to set standards
• Maintain logs and records for spray applications and for the regular stocktake of equipment
• Assist in the regular calibration of all equipment
• Work flexible shifts, night shift or day shift

Job Requirement

 To be successful in this role you will have:

• A current driver’s license
• Agricultural experience (not essential)
• Good communication skills
• Good record keeping
• Basic mechanical knowledge and skills would be advantageous
• The ability to work well as a team
• The enthusiasm to learn new skills
• A basic understanding of English (written and spoken)
• Basic computer/digital technology skills
• Good planning and time management to ensure set tasks are completed in a timely manner
• Punctual, reliable, and able to follow direction
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