Careers

9 March 2023

Rombola Family Farms is seeking a passionate and driven Factory Manager to join our team. The Factory Manager is responsible for the day to day production facility operations, supervision of workers/contractors and will work collaboratively with the supply chain team. Rombola Family Farms grows over 4000 hectares of horticultural production. We have a number of produce grading and packing lines with refrigeration and cool room infrastructure. Crops being produced on the two sites include almonds, wine grapes, citrus, mangoes, seedless watermelon, rockmelons, broccoli, and pumpkin.

We encourage applicants who are interested in being sponsored for this position to apply. 

*Our application process has changed please see jotform link at the end of the advertisement.*

Key operational accountabilities include:

• Manage the operational performance for the production facility ensuring daily production targets are consistently achieved.
• Oversee the quality control team ensuring all product meets customers specifications.
• Design of the production facility workforce and shift plans.
• Liaising with other members of the supply chain team to prioritise, plan and implement daily and weekly packing schedules.
• Direct the production facility workforce of up to 100 staff members to specific tasks based on competency, in line with the packing schedules.
• Taking decisive steps to ensure daily productivity metrics are met.
• Work hand in hand with maintenance personnel to ensure production facility operations have the highest possible equipment availability day to day.
• Manage inventory of production facility consumables in line with target stock levels.
• Ensuring that OH&S obligations are implemented and adhered to by team members.
• Maintaining the production facilities cleanliness, adhering to domestic and international food safety standards including HARPS and Global Gap.
• Coach, mentor and develop staff, including overseeing new employees onboarding and providing career development opportunities.
• Driving all aspects of continuous improvement projects within the production facility.
• Oversee and manage quality assurance manager, production manager and maintenance technicians.
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To be successful in the role you will possess the following:

• Proven ability and minimum 5 years’ relevant experience and a track record of success in achieving production targets.
• A “can do” attitude with a genuine sense of urgency, with the ability to manage shifting priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to develop work plans and achieve the goals of these work plans.
• Good with numbers: analysing costs and continuously driving efficiency throughout the facility.
• Relationship management skills with the ability to build relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
• People manager, negotiator and all-round good person that will thrive working in a proactive team (must be a team player).
• Flexibility in hours worked to achieve operational targets.
• Sound working knowledge of WH&S requirements.
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In return we offer you:

• Attractive six-figure salary package on offer.
• Located close to the township of Griffith. 
• Enjoy the culture of a family-run business.
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Who we are?

Rombola Family Farms is a large, progressive, privately owned horticultural business based in Griffith, NSW.  We have three key growing locations in multiple states, with packing and distribution facilities at all growing locations. We are a major supplier of fresh produce, supplying 12 months of the year.

More information :
For more information email hr@rombolafamilyfarms.com.au or a confidential discussion please contact Robert on 0417 847 490 or Erika on 0499 444 717.

Click here to apply

28 February 2023

Rombola Family Farms is seeking a passionate and driven Financial Controller to join our team in Griffith, NSW. Rombola Family Farms grows over 4,000 hectares of horticultural crops in three states, NSW, NT & QLD. With several produce grading and packing lines along with refrigerated warehouses to support the distribution of produce to market. Crops being produced on the three sites include Seedless watermelon, Rockmelons, Honeydew, Broccoli, Butternut Pumpkin, Almonds and Wine Grapes.

*Our application process has changed please see jotform link at the end of the advertisement.*

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Financial Controller will work closely with our finance team to develop their skills. As part of the finance team, the key duties for this role include: 

• Providing leadership and mentoring to the finance team, overseeing the accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and administrative functions. 
• Providing accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.
• Preparing year end statutory accounts and liaising with external and internal auditing. 
• Oversee Rombola Family Farms’ accounting and financial policies and procedures.
• Ensure Rombola Family Farms’ compliance with accounting standards and recommend modification of internal policies and procedures where necessary.
• Maintenance of all relevant systems and processes as well as advising improvements to increase efficiency where possible.
• Assist with preparation of annual budgets and forecasts.
• Improving efficiencies and reducing costs across the business.
• Preparing income tax, BAS and FBT returns.
• Any other duties in line with the position as directed by the CFO.

To be successful in the role you will possess the following:

• Degree qualified with a professional CPA membership or equivalent.
• Well-developed leadership skills.
• Sound working knowledge of accounting principles.
• Desire and ability to build strong networks internally and externally.
• 5-10 years commercial experience in hands-on management role.
• Working knowledge of farm activities, distribution, and sales processes will be an advantage. 
• Advance knowledge in Microsoft programs including, but not limited to excel and power BI. 
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Advanced reconciliation and problem-solving skills 
• Strong time management, organisational and planning skills. 
• Flexibility in hours worked to achieve operational targets.
• A current driver’s licence.

In return we offer you:

• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant qualifications and experience.
• A passionate and energetic team culture.
• Become a part of a progressive, vibrant business.

Who we are?

Rombola Family Farms is a large, progressive, privately owned horticultural business based in Griffith, NSW.  We have three key growing locations multiple states, with packing and distribution facilities at all growing locations. We are a major supplier of fresh produce, supplying 12 months of the year.

More information:

For more information or for a confidential discussion please contact Erika on 0499 444 717 or Robert on 0417 847 490.

Click here to apply

22 February 2023

Rombola Family Farms is seeking a commercial, passionate and driven Chief Financial Officer to join our team in Griffith, NSW. Rombola Family Farms is a large vertically integrated horticulture producer with production across NSW, NT & QLD. With several produce grading and packing lines along with refrigerated warehouses to support the distribution of product to market. Crops being produced on the three sites include Melons, Pumpkin, Broccoli, Winegrapes, Almonds and Citrus.

Reporting to the Manager Director, the Chief Financial Officer will lead a dedicated team to achieve the strategic and operational priorities and business objectives across all our farms. This role will demonstrate their financial leadership, showing initiative, innovation, and commercial knowledge approach to the financial dealings of the organisation. 

*Our application process has changed please see jotform link at the end of the advertisement.*

About you:

The Chief Financial Officer is an integral member of the Executive Leadership Team, providing financial insight and expertise to support key business and strategic decisions.  As head of the Finance Team, the Manager will lead all aspects of the Finance Function, including completion and analysis supporting reporting, compliance, budgeting/forecasting and cash flow management.  

As Chief Financial Officer you will ensure the Finance Function is optimally positioned to help the business grow and will play the important role of transforming key procedures, policies, systems and reporting.  You will build strong commercial relationships with key stakeholders of the business and have close working relationships with the Managing Director and Leadership Team to manage performance and achievement of strategic goals.

With a growth mindset, you will be hands-on, strategic and action-orientated.  You will be experienced in analysis of large datasets and meaningful application of financial data to support decision making – this will be underpinned by excellent communication skills. You will be people-focused with a strong background in creating high-performing and inclusive teams, and extensive experience in identifying and developing talent.  

To be successful in the role you will possess the following:

• Degree in Accounting with CA or CPA membership (or similar).
• Minimum 10 years demonstrated accounting and leadership experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite and other business software.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the passion to build and maintain long-standing business relationships.
• Demonstrated ability in building, motivating and leading a high performing team.
• Ability to work in a fast and high paced environment with a high degree of accuracy.
• Excellent communication skills, both orally and written; skilled in the art of negotiation.
• Exceptional business acumen and a practical, commercial mindset.
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In return we offer you:

• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant qualifications and experience.
• A passionate and energetic team culture.
• Become a part of a progressive, vibrant business.
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Who we are?

Rombola Family Farms is a large, progressive, privately owned horticultural business based in Griffith, NSW.  We have three key growing locations multiple states, with packing and distribution facilities at all growing locations. We are a major supplier of fresh produce, supplying 12 months of the year.

How to Apply:

Please apply via the jotform link below. Applicants who don’t apply through this link will not be considered for the role: https://form.jotform.com/223338505966867

More information:

For more information or for a confidential discussion please contact Erika on 0499 444 717 or Robert on 0417 847 490.

Click here to apply

17 February 2023

Rombola Family Farms is seeking a passionate and driven Senior Agronomist to join our production team in Griffith, NSW. 

Overseeing 4,000ha of intensive Row Cropping – Vegetables, Almond and Wine grape enterprises the Senior Agronomist will work closely with the production team providing strategic guidance on varietal selection, production schedules, irrigation, nutrition, weed, pest and disease control practises.

We encourage applicants who are interested in being sponsored for this position to apply. 

*Our application process has changed please see jotform link at the end of the advertisement.*

Key operational accountabilities include:

• Providing guidance and support to Farm managers to achieve production objectives.
• Ensure best agronomic practice is adhered to across operations, utilising the most up to date technology to measure crop health in real-time.
• Contributing to production planning, schedule design and refinement.
• Monitoring crop health in order to ensure the agreed production system is producing the desired results.
• Work with R&D companies to ensure the company has access to the latest thinking, genetics, inputs & techniques.
• Analysing planting, pack out, production & weather data to identify key trends & relationships.
• Leading production team discussions to troubleshoot specific crop/planting issues.
• Liaising with the production team to alter irrigation, nutrition, weed, pest & disease control in crops as required.
• Actively and effectively leveraging the expertise of outsourced agronomists, consultants, and research agencies in order to maximise their effectiveness.
• Coaching and mentoring junior members of the production team in agronomy principles and practices.
• Contributing to production team discussion about varietal selection.
• Managing all-new production varietal trials and full downstream supply chain analysis.
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To be successful in the role you will possess the following:

• Degree level qualifications in Agricultural Science or a related scientific discipline.
• Proven production agronomy operations expertise in a medium to large intensive horticultural enterprise
• Proven ability to manage the complexities of a large scale production program in a systematic fashion.
• Demonstrated ability to provide sound agronomic advice.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and reason with farm managers regarding farming practices to achieve higher productivity and profitability.
• Demonstrated ability to develop work plans and achieve the goals of these work plans.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and utilise new and emerging technology to monitor and control crop health and production systems.
• Advanced computer literacy.
• People manager, negotiator and an all-around good person that will thrive working in a proactive team.
• Flexibility in hours worked to achieve operational targets.
• Sound working knowledge of WH&S requirements.
• A current driver’s licence.
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In return we offer you:

• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant qualifications and experience.
• A passionate and energetic team culture.
• Become a part of a progressive, vibrant business.
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Who we are?

Rombola Family Farms is a large scale, progressive, privately owned horticultural business based 20kms North of Griffith, NSW.  The company operates a counter-seasonal operation at Mataranka in the Northern Territory enabling us to supply our melon and pumpkin customers year-round.

More information :
For more information or for a confidential discussion please contact Erika on 0499 444 717 or Robert on 0417 847 490.

Click here to apply

14 February 2023

Rombola Family Farms is seeking a passionate and driven Accounts Payable Officer to join our team in Griffith, NSW. Rombola Family Farms grows over 4,000 hectares of horticultural crops in three states, NSW, NT & QLD. With several produce grading and packing lines along with refrigerated warehouses to support the distribution of produce to market. Crops being produced on the three sites include Seedless watermelon, Rockmelons, Honeydew, Broccoli, and Butternut/Pumpkin.

Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Accounts Payable Officer will assist to control expenses by verifying, reconciling, and processing supplier invoices received as well to prepare supplier payment proposals. The role also involves providing financial, administrative, and clerical support to the organisation.

Key Operational Accountabilities include:

• Review and process freight invoices against standard price lists and agree invoices to supporting documentation.
• Process receipting for deliveries via Dynamics.
• Process invoices in Dynamics via manual entry or using OCR tool and attach supporting documents before submitting for review.
• Reconcile supplier statements monthly, and follow up outstanding invoices.
• Liaise with external suppliers and maintain strong relationships.

To be successful in the role you will possess the following:

• Experience in administration or accounts payable.
• Understanding of spreadsheets and reconciliation procedure.
• Strong administrative and procedural skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Initiative and integrity.
• Team player.
• Flexibility in hours worked to achieve operational targets.

In return we offer you:

• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant qualifications and experience.
• Opportunity for flexible work arrangements.
• A passionate and energetic team culture.
• Become a part of a progressive, vibrant business.

Who we are?

Rombola Family Farms is a large, progressive, privately owned horticultural business based in Griffith, NSW. We have three key growing locations in multiple states, with packing and distribution facilities at all growing locations. We are a major supplier of fresh produce, supplying 12 months of the year.

More information:

For more information or for a confidential discussion please contact Erika on 0499 444 717. 

Click here to apply

10 February 2023

Accountant 

Rombola Family Farms is seeking a passionate and driven Accountant to join our team in Griffith, NSW. Rombola Family Farms grows over 4,000 hectares of horticultural crops in three states, NSW, NT & QLD. With several produce grading and packing lines along with refrigerated warehouses to support the distribution of produce to market. Crops being produced on the three sites include Seedless watermelon, Rockmelons, Honeydew, Broccoli, and Butternut/Pumpkin.

*Our application process has changed please see jotform link at the end of the advertisement.*

Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Accountant will work closely with our finance team to develop their skills. As part of the finance team, the key duties for this role include: 

• Provide support with preparation of monthly and quarterly reports to meet both internal and external reporting requirements.
• Preparation of daily bank reconciliations.
• Assist with month end journals, ledger reviews and reconciliations.
• Assist with payment preparations.
• Contribute to sound financial management.
• Maintenance of all relevant systems and processes as well as advising improvements to increase efficiency where possible.
• Assist with asset management.
• Maintain and administer Rombola Family Farms’ accounting and financial policies and procedures.
• Ensure Rombola Family Farms’ compliance with accounting standards and recommend modification of internal policies and procedures where necessary.
• Any other duties in line with the position as directed by the Financial Controller.

To be successful in the role you will possess the following:

• Formal qualification in Accounting or Business. 
• Demonstrated understanding of Australian Accounting Standards, asset accounting and taxation requirements.
• Outstanding organisational and time management skills. 
• Experience in a fast-moving business environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail. 
• Initiative and integrity. 
• Team player. 
• Flexibility in hours worked to achieve operational targets.
• A current driver’s licence.
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In return we offer you:

• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant qualifications and experience.
• A passionate and energetic team culture.
• Become a part of a progressive, vibrant business.

Who we are?

Rombola Family Farms is a large, progressive, privately owned horticultural business based in Griffith, NSW.  We have three key growing locations multiple states, with packing and distribution facilities at all growing locations. We are a major supplier of fresh produce, supplying 12 months of the year.

More information:

For more information or for a confidential discussion please contact Erika on 0499 444 717.

Click here to apply

3 February 2023

Rombola Family Farms has a great opportunity for a passionate and driven Agricultural Welder to join our team in Griffith NSW. This role will operate appropriate equipment to undertake effective repair and fabrication of agricultural equipment and machinery to minimise operational downtime. The ideal candidate must be competent in using equipment following all safety precautions, great attention to detail and have the ability to examine work for defects. You will ensure equipment service history records are kept up to date and assist to maintain a tidy and well organised work environment.

We encourage applicants who are interested in being sponsored for this position to apply. 

*Our application process has changed please see jotform link at the end of the advertisement.*

Key Operational Accountabilities include:

• Studying drawings and specifications to determine suitable material, method and sequence of operations, and machine settings
• Fitting fabricated metal parts into products and assembling metal parts and subassemblies to produce machines and equipment
• Checking fabricated and assembled metal parts for accuracy, clearance and fit using precision measuring instruments
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To be successful in the role you will possess the following:

• Certificate III in Mechanical Engineering (or near completion)
• Experience in metal forming techniques and fabrication.
• Experience with the repair and maintenance of agricultural machinery and equipment (is desirable).
• A positive attitude and excellent customer service skills
• Excellent work ethic and strong attention to detail
• Current Forklift ticket (is desirable)
• Current car driving license
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Desirable:

• Agricultural machinery servicing experience (John Deere & Massey Ferguson preferred, other large brands highly advantageous)
• Knowledge of hydraulic & auto electrical systems
• Forklift licence
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In return we offer you:

• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant qualifications and experience.
• A passionate and energetic team culture.
• Become a part of a progressive, vibrant business.
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Who we are?

Rombola Family Farms is a large, progressive, privately owned horticultural business based in Griffith, NSW.  We have three key growing locations in multiple states, with packing and distribution facilities at all growing locations. We are a major supplier of fresh produce, supplying 12 months of year.

More information

For more information email hr@rombolafamilyfarms.com.au or a confidential discussion please contact Erika on 0499 444 717. 

Click here to apply

3 February 2023

Rombola Family Farms has a great opportunity for a passionate and driven Agricultural Mechanic to join our team in Griffith NSW. This role offers permanent and stable employment working on a wide variety of tasks. Reporting to the Mechanical Maintenance Team Leader, you will be responsible for ensuring availability and reliability for the processing and facility maintenance.

We encourage applicants who are interested in being sponsored for this position to apply. 

*Our application process has changed please see jotform link at the end of the advertisement.*

Key Operational Accountabilities include:

• Performing service, repairs & maintenance of all machinery & equipment both in the workshop and on farm
• Manage & maintain service records for machinery
• Repair and maintain the hydraulic and electrical components that are used to power attachments such as booms, spray rigs and harvesters.
• General assembly, repairs, and maintenance of agricultural machinery. 
• Fault finding and diagnostics.
• Scheduled maintenance.
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To be successful in the role you will possess the following:

• Relevant trade qualifications as a Light or Heavy Vehicle, Agricultural or Plant Mechanic (LV or Diesel Mechanic, Cert III)
• Self-motivated, highly organised with attention to detail and ability to work independently
• Good computer skills
• Current Driver’s license
• Good communication skills
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Desirable:

• Agricultural machinery servicing experience (John Deere & Massey Ferguson preferred, other large brands highly advantageous)
• Knowledge of hydraulic & auto electrical systems
• Forklift licence
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In return we offer you:

• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant qualifications and experience.
• A passionate and energetic team culture.
• Become a part of a progressive, vibrant business.
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Who we are?

Rombola Family Farms is a large, progressive, privately owned horticultural business based in Griffith, NSW.  We have three key growing locations in multiple states, with packing and distribution facilities at all growing locations. We are a major supplier of fresh produce, supplying 12 months of the year.

More information

For more information email hr@rombolafamilyfarms.com.au or a confidential discussion please contact Erika on 0499 444 717. 

Click here to apply

2 February 2023

Rombola Family Farms is seeking passionate and driven Forklift Operators to join our team. Reporting to the Production Manager, the Forklift Operator will support harvest operations by carrying out a series of jobs including bins’ receival, weighting, packing, transporting and loading of produce into the cool room and trucks as directed. This is a large and intense fresh food enterprise which requires an individual that is motivated, hands-on and able to work under pressure.

*Our application process has changed please see jotform link at the end of the advertisement.*

To be successful in the Forklift Operator roles you will possess the following:

• Current Driver’s License
• Forklift license
• Capable of working in a fast-paced environment with a can-do attitude
• Team player who can work effectively with people from different backgrounds
• Awareness and ability to adhere to rules and procedures
• Flexibility in hours worked to achieve operational targets, including weekends and public holidays.
• Good written and verbal communication skills
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In return we offer you:

• Great opportunity for passionate and driven Forklift Operators.
• A passionate and energetic team culture.
• Become a part of a progressive, vibrant business.
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Who we are?

Rombola Family Farms is a large, progressive, privately owned horticultural business based in Griffith, NSW.  We have three key growing locations multiple states, with packing and distribution facilities at all growing locations. We are a major supplier of fresh produce, supplying 12 months of the year.

More information:

For more information email hr@rombolafamilyfarms.com.au or a confidential discussion please contact Erika on 0499 444 717.

Click here to apply

22 November 2022

Rombola Family Farms has a great opportunity for passionate and driven Seasonal Production Workers to join our team in Griffith, NSW.

During the period of December 2022 to April 2023, Rombola Family Farms have a wide range of opportunities for seasonal employees. Join our busy crew grading, packing and shipping fresh produce: watermelon, rockmelon, and pumpkin.

*End of Season bonus for successful applicants who have performed for the entire season.*

*Forklift operator training available. Reimburse training costs on completion of our peak season.*

*Our application process has changed please see jotform link at the end of the advertisement.*

Roles available:
The seasonal roles available at Rombola Family Farms Griffith include:

• Logistics Administration
• Forklift Operators
• Melon Goods Inwards Officer
• Melon Harvesters
• Pumpkin Harvesters
• Quality Assurance Assistants
• Melon Packing Supervisors
• Seedless Receivables Supervisors
• Melon Batch Control
• Seedless Check Weigher
• Melon Finished Goods Controller
• Administration Assistants
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To be considered for casual employment with us during harvest, you will need to:

• Be available to commence work with us for the entire harvest period from December 2022 through to April 2023. Be available for day or night shifts up to 12 hours, up to 7 days a week including Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays on a roster.
• Be capable and willing to work in a busy environment. Due to the high physical demands of these positions and regular periods of hot weather workers will need to be physically fit and self-motivated.
• Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, New Zealand citizen or hold a valid work visa and be able to provide evidence of your right to work.
• If you are applying for the forklift role you must have a license, we will accept applicants with experience who are willing to obtain one before commencement of employment.
• Successful applicants will be required to organise their own transport and accommodation.
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Who we are:

Rombola Family Farms is a large, progressive, privately owned horticultural business based in Griffith, NSW.  We have three key growing locations in multiple states, with packing and distribution facilities at all growing locations. We are a major supplier of fresh produce, supplying 12 months of the year.

More information:
For more information about these opportunities please contact Vincent on 0417 847 490.

Click here to apply

10 November 2022

Rombola Family Farms has a great opportunity for energetic and organised individuals to join the team as Diesel Mechanics at both of our operation, Griffith NSW, and Mataranka in the Northern Territory.

• Great opportunity for an energetic Agronomist.
• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant experience and expertise.
• Become a part of a progressive, vibrant business.
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The Agricultural Technician – Diesel Mechanic performs repairs and maintenance of agricultural vehicles and equipment such as tractors, trucks, and other agricultural equipment.

• Key operational accountabilities include:
  Regular checks on the vehicles and other agricultural equipment in the farm.
• Diagnose faults in engines, transmission, and other parts.
• Test and diagnose the vehicles and equipment for an efficient operation.
• Order necessary parts for maintenance of the vehicles and equipment.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
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• To be successful in the role you will possess the following:

• At least three years related experience and formal qualification in agricultural science or technology is essential.
• Knowledge of manual and/or computerised systems.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Initiative and integrity.
• Team player.
• Flexibility in hours worked to achieve operational targets.
• A current driver’s licence.
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• In return we offer you:
• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant qualifications and experience, salary range between 48,000 and 55,000 plus superannuation.

• A passionate and energetic team culture.
• Become a part of a progressive and vibrant business.
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• Who we are:

Rombola Family Farms is a large scale, progressive, privately owned horticultural business based 20kms North of Griffith, NSW.  The company operates a counter-seasonal operation at Mataranka in the Northern Territory enabling us to supply our melon and pumpkin customers year-round.

More information:
For more information or a confidential discussion please contact our HR Team hr@rombolafamilyfarms.com.au . 

10 November 2022

Rombola Family Farms has a great opportunity for an energetic and organised individual to join the team as Agronomist at both of our operation, Griffith NSW, and Mataranka in the Northern Territory.

• Great opportunity for an energetic Agronomist.
• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant experience and expertise.
• Become a part of a progressive, vibrant business.

The Agronomist is a key support to the agronomy team and will assist with pest monitoring, field trials, and help manage assessments. They will be responsible for field collections of sap, tissue, and soil samples, and prepare the samples for analysis by an independent laboratory. The recording and collation of field data, entry, and analysis of the data into relevant systems is an important part of the role.

• Key operational accountabilities include:
• Studying the environmental factors affecting commercial crop production.
• Studying the effects of cultivation techniques, soils, insects, and plant diseases on crop
• Developing procedures and techniques for solving agricultural problems and improving the efficiency of production.
• Field collections of sap, tissue, and soil samples for analysis
• Record and collate field and laboratory data and maintain data collection and management processes including entering acquired data into database.
• Prepare laboratory samples for analysis, following proper protocols to ensure that they will be stored, prepared, and disposed of efficiently and effectively.
• Prepare data summaries, reports, analysis that include results, charts, and graphs to document research findings and trend results.
• Select, train, and supervise staff and contractors when require.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
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• To be successful in the role you will possess the following:
• Relevant Agriculture qualification and relevant field-based research experience of a minimum of three years.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Enjoy working outdoors, agriculture and the environment.
• Strong attention to detail, thoroughness, and problem-solving skills
• To be able to perform tasks well alone as well as part of a team.
• Ability to analyse data and interpret trends.
• High level of written and verbal communication skills.
• Driver license.
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• In return we offer you:
• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant qualifications and experience, salary range between 48,000 and 55,000 plus superannuation.
• A passionate and energetic team culture.
• Become a part of a progressive and vibrant business.
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• Who we are:
• Rombola Family Farms is a large scale, progressive, privately owned horticultural business based 20kms North of Griffith, NSW.  The company operates a counter-seasonal operation at Mataranka in the Northern Territory enabling us to supply our melon and pumpkin customers year-round.
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• More information:
• For more information or a confidential discussion please contact our HR Team hr@rombolafamilyfarms.com.au .

10 November 2022

Rombola Family Farms has a great opportunity for energetic and organised individuals to join the team as Facility Managers at our both operations Griffith, NSW and Mataranka in the Northern Territory.

• Great opportunity for energetic and organised Facility Managers.
• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant experience and expertise.
• Become a part of a progressive, vibrant business.

The Facility Manager is a key member of the Rombola Family Farms production-packing team. This role is responsible for controlling, organising, and coordinating the packing facilities to ensure the appropriate and effective operation of the shed floor.

• Key operational accountabilities include, but not limited to: 
• Manage the shed floor on a day-to-day basis.
• Ensure all cool rooms are operating correctly.
• Ensure all produce is packed to specifications, efficiently, without compromising quality.
• Ensure that the logistics coordinator has the product in a timely fashion and to a quality standard to ensure all product can be delivered in full and on time.
• Lead the staff working in the packing shed.
• Maintain a high standard of work practices at all time.
• Liaise with the row cropping team to determine objectives.
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• To be successful in the role you will possess the following:
• Qualifications in Production Horticulture and /or Agriculture is highly desired. A work history that highlights packhouse coordination and management in a medium to large enterprise.
• ChemCert Certification is preferred.
• Experience with time management, work scheduling and planning of packing house programs.
• Ability to liaise with contractors and employees at any level in a range of packing house matters.
• Experience in providing advice to management and the ability to communicate at all level.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Initiative and integrity.
• Team player.
• Flexibility in hours worked to achieve operational targets.
• A current driver’s licence.
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• In return we offer you:
• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant qualifications and experience, salary range between 45,000 and 55,000 plus superannuation.
• A passionate and energetic team culture.
• Become a part of a progressive and vibrant business.
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• Who we are:
• Rombola Family Farms is a large scale, progressive, privately owned horticultural business based 20kms North of Griffith, NSW.  The company operates a counter-seasonal operation at Mataranka in the Northern Territory enabling us to supply our melon and pumpkin customers year-round.
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• More information:
• For more information or a confidential discussion please contact our HR Team hr@rombolafamilyfarms.com.au

10 November 2022

Rombola Family Farms has a great opportunity for energetic and organised individuals to join the team as Facility Supervisors at our both operations Griffith, NSW and Mataranka in the Northern Territory.

• Great opportunity for energetic and organised Facility Supervisors.
• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant experience and expertise.
• Become a part of a progressive, vibrant business.
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The role of the Facility Supervisor is to ensure that Rombola Family Farms fresh produce is handling correctly to meet our customer specifications, requirements including grading, packing, cool chain, hygiene, and dispatch.

• Key operational accountabilities include: 
• Assess incoming product regarding quality and determine grading resources.
• Monitor quality of product through various stages in production shed, washing 1^st, 2^nd, and final grading.
• Rectify any issues due to mechanical damage/grading quality.
• Liaise with Supply Chain, Sales and Row Cropping team
• Ensure all Quality Assurance (QA) records are correct, allowing for complete traceability.
• Manage correct cool chain when handling and despatching of
• Ensure all waste products are handled as per standard produce.
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• To be successful in the role you will possess the following:
• Qualifications in Production Horticulture and /or Agriculture is highly desired and at least 3 years of experience in similar roles.
• ChemCert Certification is preferred. Toggle Title
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Initiative and integrity.
• Team player.
• Flexibility in hours worked to achieve operational targets.
• A current driver’s licence.
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• In return we offer you:
• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant qualifications and experience, salary range between 45,000 and 55,000 plus superannuation.
• A passionate and energetic team culture.
• Become a part of a progressive and vibrant business.
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• Who we are:
• Rombola Family Farms is a large scale, progressive, privately owned horticultural business based 20kms North of Griffith, NSW.  The company operates a counter seasonal operation at Mataranka in the Northern Territory enabling us to supply our melon and pumpkin customers year-round.
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• More information:
• For more information or a confidential discussion please contact our HR Team hr@rombolafamilyfarms.com.au .

10 November 2022

Rombola Family Farms has a great opportunity for an energetic and organised individual to join the team as Fitter and Welder at both of our operations, Griffith, NSW and Mataranka in the Northern Territory.

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• Great opportunity for an energetic and organised Fitter and Welder.
• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant experience and expertise.
• Become a part of a progressive, vibrant business.
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• This role will fit and assemble fabricated metal parts into products, set up machining tools, repair and assemble production and agriculture machines and equipment and operate machining tools and machines to shape metal stock and castings. This is a key support role to machinery and equipment is operating efficiently and safely to minimise downtime. You will ensure equipment service history records are kept up to date and assist to maintain tidy and well organised work environment.
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• Key operational accountabilities include:
• Determines suitable material, method and sequence of operations and machine settings.
• Fits fabricated metal parts and assembles metal parts to produce machines and equipment.
• Checks parts for accuracy, clearance and fit.
• Sets guides, stops and other controls on machining tools, sets up prescribed cutting and shaping tools and dies in machines and presses, and sets controls for textile machines.
• Forms metal stock and castings to press, cut, grind, plane, bore and drill metal.
• Cuts, threads, bends, and installs hydraulic and pneumatic pipes and lines.
• Performs operational maintenance of machines, parts, and fluid power equipment.
• May erect machines and equipment.
• Perform general maintenance and cleaning duties as required.
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• To be successful in the role you will possess the following:
• Have relevant qualification with at least 2 years’ experience or 3 years’ experience and ideally agricultural maintenance skills and knowledge.
• Previous experience in food processing, welding and/or fabrication would be advantageous.
• Current unencumbered Driver’s License
• Capable of working in a fast-paced environment with a can-do attitude.
• Team player who can work effectively with people from different backgrounds.
• Awareness and ability to adhere to WHS requirements.
• Flexibility in hours worked to achieve operational targets.
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• In return we offer you:
• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant qualifications and experience, salary range between 45,000 and 55,000 plus superannuation.
• A passionate and energetic team culture.
• Become a part of a progressive and vibrant business.
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• Who we are:
• Rombola Family Farms is a large scale, progressive, privately owned horticultural business based 20kms North of Griffith, NSW.  The company operates a counter-seasonal operation at Mataranka in the Northern Territory enabling us to supply our melon and pumpkin customers year-round.
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• More information:
• For more information or a confidential discussion please contact our HR Team hr@rombolafamilyfarms.com.au .

10 November 2022

Rombola Family Farms has a great opportunity for energetic and organised individuals to join the team as Forklift Operator at both of our operations, Griffith, NSW and Mataranka in the Northern Territory.

• Great opportunity for energetic and organised forklift operators.
• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant experience and expertise.
• Become a part of a progressive, vibrant business.
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Reporting to the Production Manager, the Forklift Operator will support harvest operations by carrying out a series of jobs including bins’ receival, weighting, packing, transporting, and loading of produce into the cool room and trucks as directed. 

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• Key operational accountabilities include:
• Ensure trailers are loaded in a timely manner.
• Stack bins in correct groups of 3.
• Load cool room as directed by Management.
• Stage loads as directed.
• Ensure cool room drain are clear and flowing.
• Load bins on and off scales.
• Stack up made bins.
• Ensure pallets and cardboard ready for bin makers.
• Stage loads as directed.
• Daily Forklift checks completed. Inspecting and controlling equipment to identify wear and damage.
• Ensure weights in bins are correct.
• Ensure correct size seedless used when finalising weight.
• Blow and wipe down bins and seedless.
• Pallet cap finish goods.
• Ensure all bin labels are on bins and label info is correct.
• Ensure Pack Manager is entered correct.
• Ensure truck is load as directed.
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• To be successful in the role you will possess the following:
• Current unencumbered Driver’s License
• Forklift license
• Capable of working in a fast-paced environment with a can-do attitude.
• Team player who can work effectively with people from different backgrounds.
• Awareness and ability to adhere to rules and procedures.
• Flexibility in hours worked to achieve operational targets.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
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• In return we offer you:
• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant qualifications and experience, salary range between 45,000 and 55,000.

• A passionate and energetic team culture.
• Become a part of a progressive and vibrant business.
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• Who we are:
• Rombola Family Farms is a large scale, progressive, privately owned horticultural business based 20kms North of Griffith, NSW.  The company operates a counter seasonal operation at Mataranka in the Northern Territory enabling us to supply our melon and pumpkin customers year-round.
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• More information:
• For more information or a confidential discussion please contact our HR Team hr@rombolafamilyfarms.com.au . 

10 November 2022

Rombola Family Farms has a great opportunity for an energetic and organised individual to join the team as Farm Manager at Nericon, NSW.

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• Great opportunity for an energetic and organised Farm Manager.
• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant experience and expertise.
• Become a part of a progressive, vibrant business.
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• The Horticulture Farm Manager is a key support to the row cropping team and will assist with the planning, organising, controlling, coordinating and perform farming operations to grow crops at Rombola Family Farms.
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• Key operational accountabilities include:
• Planning and coordinating the production of crops.
• Selecting and purchasing seed for planting, planning, and implementing breeding programs
• Directing and overseeing general farming activities such as fertilising, and pest and weed control.
• Maintaining farm buildings, fences, equipment, and water supply systems
• Maintaining and evaluating records of farming activities, monitoring market activity, and planning production accordingly
• Assist in managing the business capital, monitoring market activity, and planning production accordingly.
• Select, train, and supervise staff and contractors when require.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
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• To be successful in the role you will possess the following:
• Relevant horticulture qualification and relevant field-based research experience of 3 to 5 years.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Enjoy working outdoors, agriculture and the environment.
• Strong attention to detail, thoroughness, and problem-solving skills
• To be able to perform tasks well alone as well as part of a team.
• Ability to analyse data and interpret trends.
• High level of written and verbal communication skills.
• Driver license.
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• In return we offer you:
• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant qualifications and experience.

• A passionate and energetic team culture.
• Become a part of a progressive and vibrant business.
• Annual salary range is between 50,000 – 60,000 plus superannuation.
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• Who we are:
• Rombola Family Farms is a large scale, progressive, privately owned horticultural business based 20kms North of Griffith, NSW.  The company operates a counter seasonal operation at Mataranka in the Northern Territory enabling us to supply our melon and pumpkin customers year-round.
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• More information:
• For more information or a confidential discussion please contact our HR Team  hr@rombolafamilyfarms.com.au .

10 November 2022

Rombola Family Farms has a great opportunity for an energetic and organised individual to join the team as Grower at our operation at Mataranka in the Northern Territory.

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• Great opportunity for an energetic and organised Grower.
• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant experience and expertise.
• Become a part of a progressive, vibrant business.
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• The Grower is a key member of the Rombola Family Farms production team. This role will oversee the entire cropping process from ground preparation, irrigation, fertigation, seeding, through to picking of vegetable crops. Supported by in-house industry agronomy and irrigation personnel, implementation of crop, management practices will be key to increase vegetable yield and success in this role.
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• Key operational accountabilities include:
• Monitor the agreed production schedule to ensure all tasks are completed in line with agreed timing for all plantings.

• Monitor all plantings throughout the production cycle to ensure all tasks are routinely performed to agreed standard and produce the required outcome operating plant to hold, lift and cut trees.
• Liaise with the production team to alter irrigation, nutrition, weed, pest & disease control, and sun screening in a planting as required.
• Monitor crop health and fruit maturity to forecast fruit volume & quality by week.
• Actively and effectively communicate with outsourced agronomists and consultants.
• Select, train, and supervise staff and contractors when require.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
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• To be successful in the role you will possess the following:
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a management capacity within the horticulture industry.

• Extensive grower experience with row cropping.
• Skilled at crop health, production planning and pest and disease management.
• Tertiary qualifications in agriculture will be highly regarded.
• Excellent communicator.
• Good with numbers: analysing trends, calculating water and nutrition budgets.
• People manager, negotiator and all-round good person that will thrive working in a proactive team (must be a team player).
• Flexibility in hours worked to achieve operational targets.
• Sound working knowledge of WH&S requirements.
• A current driver’s licence.
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• In return we offer you:
• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant qualifications and experience.
• A passionate and energetic team culture.
• Become a part of a progressive and vibrant business.
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• Who we are:
• Rombola Family Farms is a large scale, progressive, privately owned horticultural business based 20kms North of Griffith, NSW.  The company operates a counter seasonal operation at Mataranka in the Northern Territory enabling us to supply our melon and pumpkin customers year-round.
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• More information:
• For more information or a confidential discussion please contact our HR Team hr@rombolafamilyfarms.com.au .

10 November 2022

Rombola Family Farms has great opportunities for energetic and organised individuals to join the Irrigation team, there are a number of vacant positions available in both of our operations Griffith, NSW and Mataranka in the Northern Territory.

• Great opportunity for Irrigation Manager, Irrigationists and Irrigationist assistants.
• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant experience and expertise.
• Become a part of a progressive, vibrant business.

• Irrigation Manager:
• The Irrigation Manager is a key member of the Rombola Family Farms production team. This role is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of all irrigation infrastructure including scheduled watering, ensuring that all programs are completed on time. You will also be responsible for the coordination of all irrigation infrastructure servicing, repairs and maintenance and trouble shooting and coordinating all key maintenance aspects of the irrigation system.
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• To be successful in the role you will possess the following:
• Qualifications in Horticulture and / or Agriculture is highly desired. A work history that highlights irrigation coordination and management in a medium to large enterprise. ChemCert Certification is preferred.
• Experience with time management, work scheduling and planning irrigation programs.
• Ability to liaise with agronomists, consultants, and suppliers on a range of irrigation matters.
• Experience in providing advice to management and the ability to communicate at all level.
• Mechanical aptitude that highlights experience maintaining and repairing irrigation systems.
• Sound computer literacy skills and experience with irrigation control systems and a flair for technology that enabling us to achieve smart and sustainable farming practices.
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• Irrigationist and Irrigationist Assistants
• The role of the Irrigationist team is to ensure that Rombola Family Farms irrigation system are operated efficiently and in accordance with the company schedule. The position requires to maintain and repair irrigation systems including replacing valves, fan belts, switches, and contacts.
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• To be successful in the role you will possess the following:
• At least three years related experience and may have, or be undertaking, AQF Certificate I, or compulsory secondary education.
• Ability to install, operate, troubleshoot, and repair manual and/or computerized irrigation systems.
• Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures.
• Ability to perform irrigation tasks such as operate timers, clocks, and controls for sprinklers.
• Knowledge of manual and/or computerized irrigation systems.
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• In addition, all positions working in the Irrigation team will possess the following:
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Initiative and integrity.
• Team player.
• Flexibility in hours worked to achieve operational targets.
• A current driver’s licence.
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• In return we offer you:
• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant qualifications and experience.
• A passionate and energetic team culture.
• Become a part of a progressive and vibrant business.
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• Who we are:
• Rombola Family Farms is a large scale, progressive, privately owned horticultural business based 20kms North of Griffith, NSW.  The company operates a counter seasonal operation at Mataranka in the Northern Territory enabling us to supply our melon and pumpkin customers year-round.
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• More information:
• For more information or a confidential discussion please contact our HR Team hr@rombolafamilyfarms.com.au . 

10 November 2022

Rombola Family Farms has great opportunities for energetic and organised individuals to join the Packing Facility team, there are a number of vacant positions available in both of our operations Griffith, NSW and Mataranka in the Northern Territory.

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• Great opportunity for Machinery Manager.
• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant experience and expertise.
• Become a part of a progressive, vibrant business.
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• Machinery Manager:
• The Machinery Manager is a key member of the Rombola Family Farms production-packing team. This role is responsible for the effectively running of the packing lines on daily basis.
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• To be successful in the role you will possess the following:
• Qualifications in Production Horticulture and /or Agriculture is highly desired. A work history that highlights packhouse coordination and management in a medium to large enterprise.
• ChemCert Certification is preferred.
• Experience with time management, work scheduling and planning of packing line programs.
• Ability to liaise with contractors and employees at any level in a range of packing house matters.
• Experience in providing advice to management and the ability to communicate at all level.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Initiative and integrity.
• Team player.
• Flexibility in hours worked to achieve operational targets.
• A current driver’s licence.
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• In return we offer you:
• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant qualifications and experience, salary range between 48,000 and 55,000 plus superannuation.
• A passionate and energetic team culture.
• Become a part of a progressive and vibrant business.
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• Who we are:
• Rombola Family Farms is a large scale, progressive, privately owned horticultural business based 20kms North of Griffith, NSW.  The company operates a counter seasonal operation at Mataranka in the Northern Territory enabling us to supply our melon and pumpkin customers year-round.
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• More information:
• For more information or a confidential discussion please contact our HR Team hr@rombolafamilyfarms.com.au . 

10 November 2022

Rombola Family Farms has great opportunities for energetic and organised individuals to join the Packing Facility team, there are a number of vacant positions available in both of our operations Griffith, NSW and Mataranka in the Northern Territory.

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• Great opportunity for energetic and organised Machinery Supervisors.
• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant experience and expertise.
• Become a part of a progressive, vibrant business.
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• The Machinery Supervisor coordinates the work of employees who set up and operate Rombola Family Farms machinery and equipment. This includes total preventative maintenance, assisting in managing breakdowns of mechanical, electrical, and robotic equipment (including software programming).
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• Key operational accountabilities include:
• Lead morning toolbox and other meetings as required.
• Assist the Machinery Maintenance Manager in preparing work schedules, assigns work, and oversees the work of fresh produce.
• Adhere to daily and weekly checks to ensure the smooth operation of the site.
• Ensures machinery and equipment functions and outputs are running to specifications.
• Monitors and evaluates production records and reports to management.
• Contributes to the development of processes and procedures.
• Performs any other duties as required.
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• To be successful in the role you will possess the following:
• Relevant manufacturing/engineering qualification with 2 years’ experience or at least 3 years of experience.
• Extensive plant level experience with significant proven man-management experience.
• Understanding of manufacturing and procurement/supply chain.
• Technical capability and understanding
• Current unencumbered Driver’s License.
• Capable of working in a fast-paced environment with a can-do attitude.
• Team player who can work effectively with people from different backgrounds.
• Awareness and ability to adhere to rules and procedures.
• Flexibility in hours worked to achieve operational targets.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
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• In return we offer you:
• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant qualifications and experience, the salary range is between 45,000 and 55,000 plus superannuation.
• A passionate and energetic team culture.
• Become a part of a progressive and vibrant business.
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• Who we are:
• Rombola Family Farms is a large scale, progressive, privately owned horticultural business based 20kms North of Griffith, NSW.  The company operates a counter-seasonal operation at Mataranka in the Northern Territory enabling us to supply our melon and pumpkin customers year-round.
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• More information:
• For more information or a confidential discussion please contact our HR Team hr@rombolafamilyfarms.com.au . 

10 November 2022

Rombola Family Farms has a great opportunity for energetic and organised individuals to join the team as Maintenance Electricians at both of our operations Nericon, NSW and Mataranka in the Northern Territory.

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• Great opportunity for energetic and organised Maintenance Electricians.
• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant experience and expertise.
• Become a part of a progressive, vibrant business.
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• The position will work within the Maintenance team to conduct routine repairs, preventative and breakdown maintenance on packaging infrastructure and associated equipment (eg Compac grader, box erector, bin tipper). This is a key role to ensure we continuously improve our facilities, effectively and safely supporting the growth in production.
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• Key operational accountabilities include:
• Diagnose, inspect, service, and perform breakdown repairs and preventive maintenance on packaging infrastructure and associated equipment (eg Compac grader, box erector, bin tipper)
• Examines blueprints, wiring diagrams and specifications to determine sequence and methods of operation.
• Keeps maintenance and repair records.
• Measures and lays out insulation reference points.
• Selects, cuts, and connects wire and cable to terminals and connectors.
• Uses electrical and electronic test instruments to trace and diagnose faults.
• Repairs and replaces faulty wiring and defective parts.
• Positions and installs electrical switchboards.
• Connects electrical systems to power supply.
• Tests continuity of circuit.
• Ensure work areas are always kept clean and tidy, walkways are clear.
• Participate in housekeeping programs as required.
• Perform general maintenance and cleaning duties as required.
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• To be successful in the role you will possess the following:
• Relevant Certificate III or IV and minimum 2 years’ experience or at least 3 years’ experience in maintaining agricultural electrical machines & equipment.
• Experience with produce graders (MAF Roda, Compac) or similar vision grading systems will be highly advantageous along with integrated warehouse/inventory management systems.
• Capable of working in a fast-paced environment with a can-do attitude.
• Very organised team player who can work effectively with people from different backgrounds.
• Ability to work flexible hours during peak harvest periods.
• Sound working knowledge of WH&S requirements.
• Car License.
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• In return we offer you:
• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant qualifications and experience, salary range between 48,000 and 55,000 plus superannuation.
• A passionate and energetic team culture.
• Become a part of a progressive and vibrant business.
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• Who we are:
• Rombola Family Farms is a large scale, progressive, privately owned horticultural business based 20kms North of Griffith, NSW.  The company operates a counter-seasonal operation at Mataranka in the Northern Territory enabling us to supply our melon and pumpkin customers year-round.
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• More information:
• For more information or a confidential discussion please contact our HR Team hr@rombolafamilyfarms.com.au . 

10 November 2022

Rombola Family Farms has a great opportunity for an energetic and organised individual to join the team as Mechanical Engineer at both of our operations, Griffith NSW, and Mataranka in the Northern Territory.

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• Great opportunity for an energetic and organised Mechanical Engineer.
• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant experience and expertise.
• Become a part of a progressive, vibrant business.
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• The Mechanical Engineer is a key support to the maintenance and production team and will assist with planning, designing, organising, and overseeing the assembly, operation, and maintenance of mechanical and process plant and installations at Rombola Family farms.
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• To be successful in the role you will possess the following:
• Analysing workforce utilisation, facility layout, operational data and production schedules and costs to determine optimum worker and equipment efficiencies.
• Designing mechanical equipment, machines, components, products for manufacture, and plant and systems for construction
• Developing specifications for the manufacture, and determining materials, equipment, piping, material flows, capacities and layout of plant and systems
• Organising and managing project labour and the delivery of materials, plant, and equipment
• Establishing standards and policies for installation, modification, quality control, testing, inspection, and maintenance according to engineering principles and safety regulations
• Inspecting plant to ensure optimum performance is maintained.
• Directing the maintenance of plant buildings and equipment, and coordinating the requirements for new designs, surveys, and maintenance schedules.
• Select, train, and supervise staff and contractors when required.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
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• To be successful in the role you will possess the following:
• Relevant engineering qualification and relevant field-based research experience of 2 to 5 years.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Enjoy working outdoors, agriculture and the environment.
• Strong attention to detail, thoroughness, and problem-solving skills
• To be able to perform tasks well alone as well as part of a team.
• Ability to analyse data and interpret trends.
• High level of written and verbal communication skills.
• Driver license.
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• In return we offer you:
• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant qualifications and experience, salary range between 48,000 and 55,000 plus superannuation.
• A passionate and energetic team culture.
• Become a part of a progressive and vibrant business.
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• Who we are:
• Rombola Family Farms is a large scale, progressive, privately owned horticultural business based 20kms North of Griffith, NSW. The company operates a counter-seasonal operation at Mataranka in the Northern Territory enabling us to supply our melon and pumpkin customers year-round.
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• More information:
• For more information or a confidential discussion please contact our HR Team hr@rombolafamilyfarms.com.au . 

10 November 2022

Rombola Family Farms has a great opportunity for an energetic and organised individual to join the team as Agriculture Mobile Plant Operator at both of our operations, Griffith NSW, and Mataranka in the Northern Territory.

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• Great opportunity for an energetic and organised Agriculture Plant Operators.
• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant experience and expertise.
• Become a part of a progressive, vibrant business.
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• This role is responsible to operate all the agriculture vehicle, machinery, and equipment to clear and cultivate land, sow, and harvest crops, and fell trees and move logs.
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• Key operational accountabilities include:
• Preparing and positioning plant for operation
• Operating tractor-drawn and self-propelled plant to plough land and sow, fertilise, cultivate, and harvest crops, and avoid damaging crops.
• Adjusting speed, height, and depth of implements
• Operating plant to hold, lift and cut trees.
• Operating attachments to lift, swing, release and sort trees and logs, and operating auxiliary plant such as chipping machines and log splitting machines.
• keeping log tallies and writing work reports
• servicing plant and performing minor repairs
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
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• To be successful in the role you will possess the following:
• Relevant Certificate II and 1 year experience or at least 2 years’ experience.
• Hands on experience with electronic equipment and software (GPS, AVL units, CB etc).
• Ability to drive long hours and travel regularly.
• Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
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• In return we offer you:
• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant qualifications and experience, salary range between 45,000 and 55,000.
• A passionate and energetic team culture.
• Become a part of a progressive and vibrant business.
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• Who we are:
• Rombola Family Farms is a large scale, progressive, privately owned horticultural business based 20kms North of Griffith, NSW.  The company operates a counter seasonal operation at Mataranka in the Northern Territory enabling us to supply our melon and pumpkin customers year-round.
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• More information:
• For more information or a confidential discussion please contact our HR Team hr@rombolafamilyfarms.com.au . 

10 November 2022

Rombola Family Farms has great opportunities for energetic and organised individuals to join the Production Horticulture team, there are a number of vacant positions available in both of our operations Griffith, NSW and Mataranka in the Northern Territory.

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• Great opportunity for Production Horticulture Supervisor and Horticulturists.
• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant experience and expertise.
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• The Production Horticulture Supervisor and Assistants will be responsible to ensure that farm operations activities are carried out effectively from grown preparation to harvest. Candidates will require to operate tractor and implements, apply chemical and prepare daily working programs.
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• To be successful in this role you will possess the following: 
• Relevant horticulture qualification and relevant field-based research experience of 3 to 5 years.
• Chemical Certificate
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• Enjoy working outdoors, agriculture and the environment.
• Strong attention to detail, thoroughness, and problem-solving skills
• Team player.
• Flexibility in hours worked to achieve operational targets.
• A current driver’s licence.
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• In return we offer you:
• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant qualifications and experience, salary between 48,000 to 55,000 plus superannuation.
• A passionate and energetic team culture.
• Become a part of a progressive and vibrant business.
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• Who we are:
• Rombola Family Farms is a large scale, progressive, privately owned horticultural business based 20kms North of Griffith, NSW.  The company operates a counter-seasonal operation at Mataranka in the Northern Territory enabling us to supply our melon and pumpkin customers year-round.
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• More information:
• For more information or a confidential discussion please contact our HR Team hr@rombolafamilyfarms.com.au . 

10 November 2022

Rombola Family Farms has a great opportunity for an energetic and organised individual to join the team as Quality Assurance Managers at both of our operations, Griffith, NSW, and Mataranka in the Northern Territory.

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• Great opportunity for an energetic and organised Quality Assurance Manager.
• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant experience and expertise.
• Become a part of a progressive, vibrant business.
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• This role is responsible for ensuring quality systems are in place and functional to assist the safe and effective delivery of products to customers. Specifically, the Quality Assurance Manager will manage, develop, implement, and review the quality policies and procedures in line with the organisation’s goals and business plans and all customer’s quality regulations.
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• Key operational accountabilities include:
• Monitor the company’s implementation of its quality assurance systems, processes and record-keeping standards in the field and packing facilities.
• Facilitates audits and visits by government authorities, certifying bodies and customer product technologists in an efficient and effective manner.
• Promptly and efficiently responds to requests for information from government authorities, auditing bodies and customer product technologies.
• Maintain a robust Company document control system. Ensure compliance with ISO9001 requirements.
• Select, train, and supervise staff and contractors when required.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
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• To be successful in the role you will possess the following:
• Tertiary qualifications in food science or related discipline will be highly regarded.
• At least two years’ experience in a similar position within the FMCG/food processing industry.
• Experience in the implementation of a Quality Assurance system of the large-scale food production operation is essential.
• GMP, HACCP AQIS, WQA and Global gap training, or food safety procedure training or exposure to these systems and processes are required.
• SQF, HACCP and WQA knowledge and experience.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Ability to analyse data and interpret trends.
• High level of written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Relationship management skills with the ability to build relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
• People manager, negotiator and an all-round good person that will thrive working in a proactive team (must be a team player).
• Flexibility in hours worked to achieve operational targets.
• Sound working knowledge of WH&S requirements.
• A current driver’s licence.
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• In return we offer you:
• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant qualifications and experience, salary range between 48,000 and 55,000 plus superannuation.
• A passionate and energetic team culture.
• Become a part of a progressive and vibrant business.
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• Who we are:
• Rombola Family Farms is a large scale, progressive, privately owned horticultural business based 20kms North of Griffith, NSW. The company operates a counter-seasonal operation at Mataranka in the Northern Territory enabling us to supply our melon and pumpkin customers year-round.
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• More information:
• For more information or a confidential discussion please contact our HR Team hr@rombolafamilyfarms.com.

10 November 2022

Rombola Family Farms has a great opportunity for energetic and organised individuals to join the team as Truck Drivers at both of our operation at Mataranka in the Northern Territory.

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• Great opportunity for an energetic and organised Truck Driver.
• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant experience and expertise.
• Become a part of a progressive, vibrant business.
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• The role of the truck driver is to transport Rombola Family Farms produce. The position will require to load and unload goods, troubleshooting mechanical issues, change tyres, and conduct repairs.
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• Key operational accountabilities include:
• Manoeuvring vehicles into position for loading and unloading.
• Loading and unloading vehicles using lifting and tipping devices.
• Observing safety requirements when loading and unloading vehicles.
• Making regular quality checks of vehicles to ensure they can be driven safely.
• Estimating weights to comply with load limitations and ensuring safe distribution of weight.
• Ensuring goods are stowed and securely covered to prevent loss and damage.
• Verifying loading documents, checking condition of goods, and obtaining certification of deliveries.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
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• To be successful in the role you will possess the following:
• At least three years related experience and may have, or be undertaking, AQF Certificate I, or compulsory secondary education.
• Hands on experience with electronic equipment and software (GPS, AVL units, CB etc).
• Ability to drive long hours and travel regularly.
• Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Initiative and integrity.
• Team player.
• Flexibility in hours worked to achieve operational targets.
• A relevant truck driver licence.
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• In return we offer you:
• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant qualifications and experience, salary range between 45,000 and 55,000 plus superannuation.
• A passionate and energetic team culture.
• Become a part of a progressive and vibrant business.
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• Who we are:
• Rombola Family Farms is a large scale, progressive, privately owned horticultural business based 20kms North of Griffith, NSW.  The company operates a counter-seasonal operation at Mataranka in the Northern Territory enabling us to supply our melon and pumpkin customers year-round.
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• More information:
• For more information or a confidential discussion please contact our HR Team hr@rombolafamilyfarms.com.au .