Agricultural Assistant at Murgon State High School

About Murgon State High School

Murgon State High School is dedicated to fostering a safe, respectful, and structured learning atmosphere for both students and staff. The school focuses on providing quality educational opportunities that promote values to support lifelong wellbeing.

Role Overview

The Agricultural Assistant will play an essential role in supporting practical agricultural education at the school. This position ensures that agricultural field sites, livestock, crops, machinery, and related equipment are maintained properly and safely to facilitate engaging, hands-on learning experiences for students.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare agricultural fields, machinery, equipment, and materials for use.
• Perform planting, watering, and routine care of crops and market gardens, including the responsible application of insecticides and fertilizers as needed.
• Tend to animal care including feeding and cleaning cages or pens.
• Take basic measurements such as weighing crop yields for monitoring purposes.
• Procure agricultural supplies and materials following authorization by the Head of Department, Principal, or approved delegate.
• Conduct activities related to animal husbandry, crop cultivation, and soil enhancement.
• Establish and maintain field study sites by repairing fences, gates, and managing soil conditions.
• Organize regular servicing and upkeep of agricultural machinery to meet warranty and safety standards.
• Keep store rooms, machinery sheds, and field laboratories orderly, safe, and operational.
• Care for plant rooms, glasshouses, and aquariums used in agricultural studies.
• Maintain records of fuel, gases, chemicals, fertilizers, and pesticides utilized in agricultural tasks.

Application Instructions

Applicants should provide a brief resume including contact information for two referees familiar with the candidate's relevant work history. Additionally, submit a concise one-page statement addressing the role requirements as outlined in the description. Appointment level and salary will correspond to the candidate’s qualifications and fulfillment of criteria. The recruitment process is designed to be inclusive; candidates are encouraged to disclose any support requirements. Applications remain valid for 12 months and may be considered for similar vacancies within the department. Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.