Assistant Fumigation Specialist -Temp

Are you passionate about agriculture, quality assurance, and post-harvest excellence?

Join our production team as an Assistant Fumigation Specialist and play a vital role in ensuring premium blueberry quality for local and export markets.

As an Assistant Fumigation Specialist, you will support fumigation and post-harvest processes to preserve blueberry quality and extend shelf life. This hands-on role involves assisting with SO₂ fumigation treatments, quality inspections, compliance monitoring, and maintaining high food safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

Fumigation Operations

• Assist with SO₂ fumigation treatments and monitoring
• Prepare storage areas and equipment
• Ensure proper placement and use of fumigation systems
• Monitor treatment conditions and report deviations

Quality Control

• Inspect fruit before and after fumigation
• Monitor firmness, bloom, and decay levels
• Identify and report quality issues
• Ensure export and customer standards are met
  

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Follow strict OHS and food safety standards
• Handle chemicals safely using PPE
• Monitor SO₂ levels in work areas
• Participate in safety protocols and emergency procedures

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate treatment and inspection records
• Complete daily operational logs
• Support traceability and audit requirements

Operational Support

• Assist packing and cold storage teams
• Support stock and storage activities
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Provide additional support during peak seasons

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 / Senior Certificate
• 1–3 years’ experience in agriculture, packhouses, cold storage, or post-harvest operations
• Basic knowledge of fumigation practices and chemical safety
• Experience in blueberries, citrus, grapes, or deciduous fruit (advantageous)
• Exposure to fumigation, QC, or food safety systems (beneficial)
• Valid driver’s license (preferred)

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Understanding of fumigation principles
• Ability to work in cold storage environments
• Good record-keeping and compliance discipline
• Commitment to safety and quality standards

Why Join Us?

• Gain valuable experience in a specialized field
• Work within a dynamic agricultural production environment
• Be part of a team ensuring world-class fruit quality

Apply now and grow your career in post-harvest excellence!