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Protected Cropping Grower – Full Time Position

Partnership trades as Oakey Park Pastoral

Farming, Animals & Conservation / Horticulture

Posted 22/05/2026
Closes 21/06/2026

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Dirranbandi, 4486, Queensland

Full time

$67,000 - $77,000 Annual

Oakey Park Pastoral is currently seeking a reliable and experienced Protected Cropping Grower to join our agricultural operation in regional Queensland. This full-time role is suited to a candidate with strong experience in crop production, farm planning, and protected growing environments.


Benefits

Employee Benefits

  • Competitive salary package with superannuation
  • Opportunity to work in a well-established and growing agricultural business
  • Supportive and team-oriented working environment
  • Long-term career development opportunities within the farming industry
  • Regional lifestyle with stable full-time employment
  • Opportunity to contribute to innovative and sustainable farming practices

Task & responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and oversee protected cropping activities from preparation through to harvest
  • Monitor seasonal, environmental and market conditions to support crop productivity and profitability
  • Prepare planting schedules and manage propagation activities including seedlings and crop establishment
  • Maintain healthy crop growth through pruning, irrigation, nutrient management, and environmental control measures
  • Organise harvesting, grading, packing and storage of produce for distribution and sale
  • Implement pest, disease and weed management strategies to maintain crop quality
  • Monitor and maintain irrigation systems, farm infrastructure, equipment and water resources
  • Keep accurate operational and production records and assist with production forecasting and planning
  • Support budgeting, resource allocation and day-to-day farm operational management
  • Assist in maintaining food safety, quality assurance and workplace safety procedures
  • Supervise and provide guidance to farm workers and contractors where required

Qualification & experience

Skills and Experience

  • Relevant qualification in Agriculture, Horticulture, or related field, or equivalent industry experience
  • Minimum 1 year of relevant experience in protected cropping, horticulture, or crop production
  • Strong understanding of irrigation systems, crop management, and farm operations
  • Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
  • Good communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills
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Partnership trades as Oakey Park Pastoral

Oakey Park Pastoral is a regional agricultural business based in Dirranbandi, Queensland, committed to delivering high-quality farming and crop production outcomes. The company operates with a strong focus on sustainable farming practices, operational efficiency, and long-term agricultural development. With a supportive team environment and a commitment to continuous improvement, Oakey Park Pastoral provides employees with the opportunity to build stable and rewarding careers within the Australian agricultural industry.

Oakey Park Pastoral is a regional agricultural business based in Dirranbandi, Queensland, committed to delivering high-quality farming and crop production outcomes. The company operates with a strong focus on sustainable farming practices, operational efficiency, and long-term agricultural development. With a supportive team environment and a commitment to continuous improvement, Oakey Park Pastoral provides employees with the opportunity to build stable and rewarding careers within the Australian agricultural industry.

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