2025-12-09 to 2025-01-10

VIRIDIAN AG PTY LTD

AGRICULTURAL & AGRITECH TECHNICIAN

MUNGLINUP, WA 6450

ANNUAL SALARY: $77 000 - $95 000

PERMANENT - FULL TIME

Viridian AG Pty Ltd is a progressive broadacre farming enterprise dedicated to sustainable crop production and the adoption of innovative agricultural technologies. We are seeking a motivated Agricultural and Agritech Technician to support our on-farm operations, assist with research-driven improvements, and help optimise productivity across our mixed-grain systems.

1. Tasks

• Collect, record and analyse crop, soil and environmental data to support on-farm decision-making and diagnose nutrient limitations.
• Support design and improvement of planting, fertilization and harvesting.
• Conduct field testing, sampling and monitoring programs to track plant health, nutrient availability and soil performance to maximize productivity.
• Operate, calibrate, monitor and maintain agricultural machinery, GPS-guided equipment and precision-ag tools.
• Assist in implementing trial plots, evaluating new crop varieties, and monitoring agronomic outcomes & ensure industry and regulatory standards are complied with.
• Prepare technical notes, field observations, data collection and seasonal reports for management.
• Monitor devices and technology systems to track crop growth.
• Identify and support pest, weed and disease surveillance activities and report emerging issues promptly, implement control and prevention strategies.
• Assist in testing, planning harvesting and use of optimum land usage, and provide advice on farming techniques.
• Technical support for innovative agricultural technologies, including automation of tools and farm management software.
• Recommendation for farm production systems and operational improvements.

2. Responsibilities

• Ensure data collection and field measurements are carried out accurately and consistently.
• Maintain a high standard of equipment care, ensuring machinery, sensors and monitoring tools are functioning reliably.
• Work closely with the farm manager to deliver operational requirements during key seasonal periods such as seeding, spraying and harvest.
• Assist in coordinating safe work practices and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
• Liaise with agronomists, contractors and suppliers to support smooth day-to-day farm operations.
• Uphold environmental stewardship principles, ensuring sustainable and efficient use of farm resources.
• Contribute to planning discussions by providing evidence-based insights from field observations and trial results.

3. Skills

• Strong practical understanding of cropping systems, plant health and modern farm production methods.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot agricultural machinery and precision-ag technologies.
• Competent in data entry, field measurements, and basic technical reporting.
• Good problem-solving skills, especially in dynamic field conditions.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a small team.
• Capability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise work during busy seasonal periods.
• Sound knowledge of safe farm work practices and equipment handling.

4. Qualifications

• Certificate III or IV in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Horticulture, Agricultural Technology, or a closely related field OR equivalent experience.
• Valid manual drivers licence (or equivalent).
• Machinery operation tickets/licences (e.g., tractor, forklift, quad bike) highly regarded.

ANNUAL SALARY: $77 000 - $95 000

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