Position Title: Senior Agricultural Technician
Location: Gundaline Station, NSW
Reports to: Managing Director
Employment Type: Full-time


Position Overview:

The Senior Agricultural Technician at Gundaline Station will play a key role in managing and optimizing cotton farming operations on a large-scale agricultural property. This role involves a hands-on approach to crop management, irrigation, and machinery maintenance while utilizing advanced agricultural techniques to ensure high-quality cotton production. The technician will work closely with the Station Manager to implement effective practices that maximize yield, improve efficiency, and promote sustainability. This role is ideal for an experienced technician with a strong background in cotton farming and precision agriculture.

This is a full time role set at $84,000 plus superannuation.





Key Responsibilities:

Cotton Crop Management:

Oversee the entire lifecycle of cotton production, from planting and cultivation to harvesting.

Monitor cotton crop health, growth, and development, ensuring optimal conditions for maximizing yield.

Identify and respond to threats such as pests, diseases, or nutrient deficiencies, and implement appropriate treatments (e.g., integrated pest management).

Conduct regular field inspections to assess crop performance and recommend improvements to growing practices.

Irrigation and Water Management:

Manage and maintain advanced irrigation systems, including drip and furrow irrigation, ensuring the efficient use of water.

Monitor soil moisture and ensure that irrigation schedules are aligned with the specific needs of the cotton crop.

Ensure compliance with water usage regulations and sustainability practices specific to cotton farming in the region.

Equipment and Machinery:

Operate and maintain a range of farm machinery including cotton pickers, sprayers, and tractors.

Coordinate routine maintenance, repairs, and servicing of machinery to ensure minimal downtime during critical growing and harvest periods.

Assist in troubleshooting any technical or mechanical issues related to cotton farming equipment.

Precision Agriculture:

Utilize precision agriculture technologies (GPS, sensors, drones, etc.) to monitor cotton crop health, soil conditions, and water usage.

Collect and analyze data to make informed decisions about planting, irrigation, and harvest timings.

Support the implementation of farm management software for efficient tracking of key performance metrics and reporting.

Team Leadership and Training:

Supervise and train junior agricultural staff, providing guidance on best practices for cotton farming, safety procedures, and the operation of specialized machinery.

Ensure that the team follows strict health and safety standards, especially during high-risk periods such as planting and harvesting.

Collaborate with the Station Manager to identify staffing needs and participate in recruitment and team development.

Compliance and Environmental Stewardship:

Ensure that farming operations are compliant with local and national regulations, especially concerning water usage, chemical application, and sustainability practices.

Maintain accurate records of chemical applications, including pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers used in cotton farming.

Promote and adhere to environmentally sustainable practices to enhance long-term productivity and reduce environmental impact.





Key Qualifications and Skills:

Education: Diploma or Degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, or a related field, with a focus on cotton farming preferred.

Experience:

Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in large-scale cotton farming operations, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or senior technician role.

In-depth knowledge of cotton crop cycles, including planting, fertilizing, pest control, and harvesting.

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in operating cotton-specific machinery such as pickers, tractors, and sprayers.

Strong understanding of precision agriculture techniques, GPS-guided equipment, and irrigation systems.

Familiarity with farm management software and data-driven decision-making.

Leadership: Proven experience in leading and managing teams, training staff, and promoting a productive work environment.

Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, agronomic, and operational challenges in a cotton farming context.

Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to liaise effectively with team members, management, and external stakeholders.

Personal Attributes:

Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and mentor junior staff.

Proactive approach to problem-solving, with a focus on continuous improvement.

Adaptability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic agricultural environment.

Strong attention to detail, particularly in the management of crop health and machinery maintenance.

Company Overview

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is part of Bridgestone Americas and employs over 22,000 teammates in North America. BSRO operates more than 2,200 company-owned stores, including Firestone Complete Auto Care, Tires Plus and Wheel Works locations. With locations across North America and more than $3 billion in tire and auto service sales, Bridgestone Retail Operations is the right place to build a career.

 

Whatever role you fill, when you represent the Bridgestone name, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality.” We start by offering each teammate more than just competitive pay. We provide formal training, performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, competitive healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees, and a 401k plan to help build towards your future.
 

We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they are allowed to bring their whole self to work and know they are supported. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. So, show us what you’re made of. Show us the smart stuff, the tough stuff, the bold, beautiful and brave stuff. Because who you are is what we need. 

Retail

The Senior Technician position requires your talent and technical expertise to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, while using your leadership and mentoring skills in driving a team toward increased customer care and satisfaction.

• Diagnose and repair to specifications.
• Brake and hydraulic, exhaust, primary and/or advanced fuel ignition and electrical, suspension and alignment, air conditioning and computer systems.
• Adequately explain technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals. • Stay current with rapidly changing automotive technology through continuous paid formal training.
• Assist fellow technicians/mechanics in performing technical activities.

• Must have a valid automobile driver's license at all times and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
• Must have a minimum 3 years of automotive repair experience, completion of Vocational-Technical School program in a related field or demonstrated skills via third party certificates/assessment.
• A.S.E. certification in at least 3 (three) of A1-A8 is required. (New hires with external similar qualifications/certifications will have up to 2 years of employment to comply).
• Maintains Federal, State and Local certification/license where applicable.
• Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical people.
• Reading, writing, and math skills.

Our Crew Knows Benefits

Health benefits that start on day one of employment, for all of our full-time teammates:

• Paid vacation and holidays
• On-the-job training and company-funded ASE certifications
• Tuition reimbursement program
• 401(k) match
• Vision and Dental Coverage
• On demand pay (daily pay) program available

Our Values Give Back To You

• Professional Development: No matter where you’re at in your career, we’ve got the resources to help you level up.
• Community & Involvement: We pride ourselves on working with our local communities and giving back where we can.
• Integrity & Teamwork: Part of what makes our teams different is our family-like mentality and drive to do things right, always.

Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer.  It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Employment Eligibility

If hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.

Senior Maintenance Technician

Job Location: Castle Bromwich, Birmingham
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: £19.83 per hour (Plus Continental shift does have a shift allowance uplift)

Hours: Continental shifts: 4 on / 4 off: 6am - 6pm (2 days), 6pm-6am (2 Days) then 4 days off
OR
Dayshift: 39 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 7.00am – 4.00pm with an earlier finish on a Friday


Benefits: 33 days holiday (25 days + Bank Holidays); Company Pension Scheme; Life Assurance; Income Protection; Health Cash Plan; Company Sick Pay; Dental Plan; Share options; Employee Assistance Program; Employee discounts; Overtime paid at Premium rates; Opportunities for further personal development and training

A Global Manufacturer within the Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Nuclear and Renewable Energy sector are currently seeking to recruit for their Production facility based in Castle Bromwich for a Senior Maintenance Technician.

Working for this well-established employer you will be joining the maintenance team to undertake planned and reactive maintenance on a variety of Production machinery.

The company is experiencing growth and are looking to take on an additional permanent team member.

Duties will include:

• Ensuring all electrical equipment and wiring is serviced and maintained to comply with all relevant regulations
• Ensuring scheduled services are carried out in a timely and professional manner
• Attending Breakdowns as and when they occur
• Leaving machines in a safe and tidy condition
• Carrying out Fixed Wiring Testing and Repairs as required
• Undertaking daily machine walk rounds, noting down any required maintenance
• Undertaking clean down of machines ensuring running safely for Production Operatives
• Ensuring all paperwork is completed for each Task and signed off

The successful applicant must possess:

• Experience of working as a maintenance electrician / technician / engineer within a production / manufacturing environment is essential.
• Formal electrical qualifications (16th, 17th or 18th Edition)
• A solid working knowledge of electrical production machinery, fault diagnosis, repair and servicing.

For more information, please apply with a full CV and covering letter by email to: jobs@rrm.uk.com or by calling our recruitment team on 01202 686000.

Those who have the right skills and experience, our aim is that you will hear back from us within 24 hours but due to the high number of applications we are receiving at present, we are unable to respond to every application individually so If you do not hear from us within 3 days please assume that your application at this stage has not been successful. As new positions arise we will review any applications already made to us and may contact you about other suitable roles.

Resource Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to a policy of treating all its employees and job applicants equally. It is the policy of the Company to take all reasonable steps to ensure that each applicant is assessed only in accordance on the basis of their qualifications, skills and abilities to perform the relevant duties without prejudice in regards to background, religion, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, disability or gender.

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