Horticulture Farm Managers

1 week ago


Virginia, Australia Zerella Holdings Full time

Zerella Fresh is one of Australia’s largest grower and packers of Carrots, Onions and Potatoes supplying Australia’s leading supermarket chains plus independents and exports.

We are currently seeking experienced and motivated HORTICULTURE FARM MANAGERS to join our team on a full-time permanent basis, supporting operations at our Virginia site in South Australia.

As a valuable member of our team, this position will play a vital role in the success of our operations. If you are reliable, energetic and have a passion for agriculture we would love to hear from you.

**Duties include**:

- Define, implement, and monitor production strategies, policies, and plans for the applicable farm department.
- Ensure the operational program is developed in conjunction with relevant farm and operational departments, and outcomes are achieved in full and on time.
- Plan details of production activities in terms of output quality and quantity, cost, time available and labour requirements.
- Oversee contract management and share farming opportunities, seed production, purchase, and inventory management.
- Oversee all aspects of department management including irrigation, fertiliser and spray management, crop monitoring, harvest management, calibration of equipment and Integrated Pest Management (IPM).
- Control the operation of production plant and quality procedures through planning of maintenance, designation of operating hours and supply of parts and tools.
- Monitor production output and costs, adjusting processes and resources to minimise costs.
- Ensure key stakeholders and department managers receive required information in a timely and efficient manner.
- Oversee the acquisition and installation of new plant and equipment.
- Direct research into production methods, recommending and implementing initiatives as required.
- Oversee the development of records and reports, ensuring data integrity is maintained.
- Manage employee activities and monitor performance, ensuring all employees receive the training required to undertake their role safely and effectively.
- Conduct research and evaluate new techniques and varieties of produce.
- Participate in Pye Group networking to achieve business objectives and ensure continuous improvement.
- All other requirements as directed to achieve business objectives.

**Requirements**:

- Certificate III or IV level qualification in agriculture or relevant field plus at least 2 years of relevant experience OR at least 3-5 years of relevant work experience.
- Experience in a horticultural operations / farm management.
- Experience in the management of potato, carrot, and onion crops (desirable).
- Basic mechanical knowledge and experience working with large scale agricultural machinery.
- Unrestricted Class C Drivers Licence (essential).
- Chemical User Certificate Accreditation (essential).
- Forklift license (essential).
- HC license (essential).
- Cultural adaptability and a willingness to work with a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Ability and willingness to undertake manual, and sometimes physical work.
- Ability and willingness to work outdoors, in all kinds of weather conditions.
- A willingness to be hands on and participate in a broad range of duties, a strong work ethic is essential.
- Respect for others and pride in team’s performance.
- Commitment to ongoing learning.
- Commitment to delivering team goals and the drive to be successful.

This position will require weekend and night work in line with production demands.

Pay: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)

Work Location: In person



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