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On Farms

Leading Hand

Core tasks

  • Assist with planting, watering, and fertilizing crops.
  • Operate basic farm machinery such as tractors and irrigation systems.
  • Help with pest and disease management, including spraying.
  • Maintain and clean farm infrastructure, including fences and sheds.
  • Support harvesting, grading, and packing of produce.

The Career Pathways

Farm assistants support various agricultural operations, working across planting, irrigation, harvesting, and equipment maintenance. They perform routine farm tasks year-round, often outdoors, and assist with pest and disease control, crop management, and basic machinery operation. This role offers excellent hands-on experience for those looking to enter the horticulture industry. With experience and dedication, workers can progress from a Harvest Hand or Picker to a Leading Hand, taking on more responsibility in supervising teams and coordinating farm operations.

Certificate II in Horticulture

Certificate I in Horticulture

Certificate II in Production Horticulture

Certificate III in Agriculture

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