Production Horticulture Supervisor

Mason Bros Vegetable Farms, located in Werribee South, approx. 30 minutes West of Melbourne, is an industry leader in growing and supplying fresh cut vegetables throughout Australia.

We are currently seeking an experienced Production Horticulture Supervisor. This is an operational hands-on position and assists with coordinating and supervising farm teams to meet daily planting and harvesting targets and to achieve quality standards of vegetable produce.

• Undertaking vegetable planting and harvesting programs
• Pre-operational checks and safe operation of farm machinery including tractors, trailers, planters and harvesters
• Daily set up of farm equipment and machinery for planting and harvesting
• Co-ordination of planting and harvesting site activities including resources, stock material and machinery
• Supervise and assist planting and harvesting teams to achieve daily schedules
• Housekeeping of equipment and machinery, cleaning programs and basic maintenance
• Complete quality assurance data inputs into farm management system and daily reporting activities to farm management
• Maintain a high standard of health and safety and food safety practices

• Previous experience in vegetable (horticulture) farming, preferably at a coordination / supervisory level
• Good knowledge of vegetable planting and harvesting practices
• Certificate IV or higher qualification in Horticulture / Agriculture
• Hold a current valid driver’s license (truck license is advantageous)
• Forklift License
• Experienced in operating farm machinery (i.e. tractors, harvesters, planters, etc.)
• Excellent coordination and organizational skills
• Flexible to undertake a variety of tasks & able to work flexible hours through seasonal weather fluctuations
• Good communication skills
• Able to maintain efficiency and high performance particularly during peak seasonal periods

a competitive wage ranging $72,000 - $78,000 per annum (or equivalent hourly rate) + super, on the job training, and rewarding good performance with full time ongoing employment.

Applications: To apply please use the ‘Apply link’ and submit your resume.