About us
The Fresh Produce Group has a range of businesses, and collectively, we are one of Australia's largest and most innovative produce companies with farms and distribution centres across Australia. We pride ourselves on supplying high quality produce to our Australian and international customers. We thrive on promoting a passionate work culture and reward employees with development opportunities and competitive remuneration. With offices on the east and west coast of Australia, we employ over 600 people and distribute more than 40 produce varieties. You've almost certainly eaten something grown on one of our farms! To find out more about us visit: www.fpg.com.au
Fresh Produce Group have a number of horticulture roles available across our table grape and citrus farms. We have farms and packing sheds located in Red Cliffs and Colignan.
Horticulture Section Manager
We are looking for Horticulture Section Managers to join our farming teams. The key responsibilities are:
Liaise with the Farm Managers, Agronomists and Production Horticulturalists as required.
Ensure that seeding, planting, grading and picking of the crop meets specification.
Ensure that seed stock, levels and usage are managed as per company procedures.
Ensure that all seeding equipment is maintain as per procedures.
Coordinate farm labour, including directly employed, contract and seasonal workforces.
Maintain records and label crops as required.
Salary range: $73,000 to $90,000
About you
We're looking for candidates who share our values and passion to contribute to the success of our table grape and citrus farming operations. To be successful you will have the following skills and experience:
Prior experience managing, leading or supervising on a horticulture farm, including experience in overseeing labour, growing, irrigation, and working to financial outcomes.
Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to manage, motivate and develop a team.
A strong drive to achieve and a passion for farming.
A background in agronomy, irrigation, table grapes, or citrus will be highly regarded.
Prior experience operating a tractor and other farm machinery will be highly regarded.
Comprehensive knowledge of horticulture practices.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to problem solve.
Physical fitness and ability to work in varying weather conditions.
Self-motivation and the ability to work both in teams and independently.
The Fresh Produce Group has a range of businesses, and collectively, we are one of Australia's largest and most innovative produce companies with farms and distribution centres across Australia. We pride ourselves on supplying high quality produce to our Australian and international customers. We thrive on promoting a passionate work culture and reward employees with development opportunities and competitive remuneration. With offices on the east and west coast of Australia, we employ over 600 people and distribute more than 40 produce varieties. You've almost certainly eaten something grown on one of our farms! To find out more about us visit: www.fpg.com.au
Fresh Produce Group have a number of horticulture roles available across our table grape and citrus farms. We have farms and packing sheds located in Red Cliffs and Colignan.
Horticulture Section Manager
We are looking for Horticulture Section Managers to join our farming teams. The key responsibilities are:
Liaise with the Farm Managers, Agronomists and Production Horticulturalists as required.
Ensure that seeding, planting, grading and picking of the crop meets specification.
Ensure that seed stock, levels and usage are managed as per company procedures.
Ensure that all seeding equipment is maintain as per procedures.
Coordinate farm labour, including directly employed, contract and seasonal workforces.
Maintain records and label crops as required.
Salary range: $73,000 to $90,000
About you
We're looking for candidates who share our values and passion to contribute to the success of our table grape and citrus farming operations. To be successful you will have the following skills and experience:
Prior experience managing, leading or supervising on a horticulture farm, including experience in overseeing labour, growing, irrigation, and working to financial outcomes.
Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to manage, motivate and develop a team.
A strong drive to achieve and a passion for farming.
A background in agronomy, irrigation, table grapes, or citrus will be highly regarded.
Prior experience operating a tractor and other farm machinery will be highly regarded.
Comprehensive knowledge of horticulture practices.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to problem solve.
Physical fitness and ability to work in varying weather conditions.
Self-motivation and the ability to work both in teams and independently.