PRODUCTION HORTICULTURIST SUPERVISOR
- Oversee and coordinate blueberry production activities to ensure high-quality yield and efficient operations.
- Monitor plant health and coordinate farm labour while ensuring compliance with safety and industry standards.
- Implement post-harvest handling programs and manage pest or disease outbreaks effectively.
RN Farms is a highly established blueberry farming company operating in the QLD region of Australia. Renowned for producing premium-quality blueberries,the business has built a strong reputation for excellence, innovation, and sustainable farming practices. The owners and promoters are visionary and passionate agricultural professionals who have successfully expanded their operations into the fast-growing Far North Queensland region. Through significant investment, industry expertise, and strategic planning, RN Farms continues to create employment opportunities and contribute positively to the regional economy.
Our client, RN FARMS PTY LTD, is seeking a reliable and experienced Production Horticulture Supervisor to oversee blueberry production activities across five farms located in the Dimbulah and Mutchilba regions of Queensland.
Farm Locations and Sizes:
66094 Burke Developmental Road (110 acres)
128 Veness Road (120 acres)
333 Veness Road (100 acres)
15 Minisini Road (100 acres)
62 Markocic Road (55 acres)
The Production Horticulture Supervisor is responsible for supervising and coordinating day-to-day blueberry production activities to ensure high-quality crop yields and efficient farm operations. The role involves overseeing crop management programs, monitoring plant health, coordinating farm labour, and ensuring production activities are carried out in accordance with established horticultural practices and company objectives.
Main Responsibility:
• Oversee and coordinate blueberry production activities to ensure high-quality yield, efficient operations, and compliance with safety and industry standards
Duties:
• Ensure blueberry crops scheduled for harvest have met required withholding periods
• Oversee maintenance of specialised harvesting equipment used in blueberry production
• Ensure harvesting methods suit crop conditions, soil moisture, and variety to minimise fruit damage
• Liaise with the Farm Operations Manager, Shed/Packhouse Manager, and Maintenance Supervisor
• Monitor and maintain high fruit quality throughout the harvest period
• Identify and report signs of pests, diseases, or abnormalities in blueberry crops
• Safely transport, store, and handle agricultural chemicals
• Prepare and apply chemicals for pest, weed, and disease control in line with regulations
• Implement post-harvest handling programs, including cooling, grading, and packing
• Assist in establishing new blueberry plantings and crop cycles
• Respond to and manage pest or disease outbreaks with appropriate control measures
• Operate chemical application machinery and relevant farm equipment
• Coordinate daily worksite activities and supervise farm staff
• Support nursery and propagation activities where required
• Monitor and regulate crop growth to optimise yield and quality
Qualification:
·AQF Certificate II or III or Higher
·2-3 years of experience in related field
Salary:
·$70,000 - 90,000 + Superannuation
Working Condition:
·Full Time / 38 hours per week
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