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Experience Years: 0-3 Years of Experience
Employee Type: Regular
Location: Portugal - Taliscas
Job Family: Operations
Time Type: Full time
Job Requisition ID: R0006831
About The Opportunity
This position ensures that all structures and machinery are functioning properly and maintained under the supervision of the Lead Supervisor. Responsibilities include supporting the installation of new irrigation systems and rotating irrigation tasks with colleagues. The Zambujeira Test Plot, located in Zambujeira do Mar, Portugal, conducts over 20 trials across four crops: strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, and blueberries, over an area of 2 hectares.
Responsibilities
* Perform maintenance and spray treatments at the test plot.
* Adjust schedule as needed for harvest, spray, and husbandry activities.
* Assist colleagues in harvest, maintenance, and irrigation teams.
* Guide less experienced staff and agency personnel on various tasks.
* Assist in onboarding and training agency staff on protocols.
* Support operations such as pruning, tunnel setting, data collection, and harvest.
* Ensure timely preparation and delivery of samples such as shelf life, Brix, sensory, and customer samples.
* Support visitors, including customers and growers.
Candidate Profile
* High School Diploma
* At least 1 year of experience as a field worker
* Portuguese language skills required; English appreciated
* Good communication and problem-solving skills
* Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office
* Attention to detail and a team-oriented attitude
* Driver’s license and pesticide spray license
About Driscoll's
Driscoll's is a global leader in fresh berries, committed to high-quality, natural breeding methods without GMOs, and focused on delivering premium berries worldwide. Our values include humility, passion, and trustworthiness, guiding our mission to delight consumers globally.
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