Technical Officer, Farms (Fodder)

• Full time (38 hours per week) continuing position in the Faculty of Science

• Located on the Camperdown Campus at the Camden and the Bringelly Farm complex

• Base Salary $99K - $107K (HEO6) + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

The Faculty of Science is seeking a Technical Officer, Farms to support the fodder operations of the Farm sites at Camden and the Bringelly Farm complex. This role will also be responsible for the compost program across the Camden sites utilising waste from our animal operations and providing a fertilizer resource for the fodder crop program.

Your key responsibilities will be to manage the day-to-day farm fodder operations and provide farm services to teaching and research projects as directed.

About you

The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Technical Officer, Farms who has:

• awareness or willingness to learn about biosecurity, and manual handling

• knowledge of fodder farming practices and ability to develop, implement farm plans, operation of irrigation systems and ability to implement water-use efficient irrigation schedules

• knowledge of operation of waste management systems and ability to implement composting program

• ability and willingness to interact with wider farming community

• experience operating modern farm machinery including precision agriculture and fodder production equipment

• sound working knowledge and acute awareness of safety regulations and operating procedures within the Farm environment including experience in working with hazardous substances with well-rounded experience in implementing safety procedures relevant to the farm operations

• the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, taking initiative and exercising sound judgement in resolving matters that may arise as part of normal daily work

• a Working with Children Check, NSW Drivers License and Current Chemcert will all be required to be successful.

To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

This position is designated as involving child-related work. To undertake or remain in this position, you are required to apply for and obtain a Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

How to apply

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact Simon Drew, Recruitment Operations, Human Resources at [email protected]

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Sunday 07 August 2022 11:59 PM