Technical Officer
Core
Hands-on technical role supporting the health and performance of almond and citrus orchards through crop monitoring, pest/disease management, and tree health assessment.
Role type
Technical Officer (Horticulture)
Builds
Almond and citrus orchard operations
Domain
Agriculture / Horticulture
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Pest and disease identification, Tree phenology monitoring, Yield assessment, Soil and leaf sampling, Fruit sizing and Brix testing, Biosecurity compliance, Data recording and reporting
Preferred skills
Qualification in agriculture/horticulture/agronomy, Driver's licence
Responsibilities
Undertake regular pest and disease scouting, Prepare monitoring reports and management recommendations, Monitor tree phenology and variety trial performance, Conduct yield assessments and support crop forecasting, Coordinate soil and leaf sampling for nutrient analysis, Complete technical assessments including fruit sizing and Brix testing, Maintain accurate technical records and communicate emerging issues, Support farm hygiene, biosecurity, safety and environmental compliance, Identify opportunities to improve technical practices
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
