Orchard Manager

Top Horticulture Limited-Nova Zelândia

We are a Kiwifruit contracting company based in Bay of Plenty.

We are looking for Orchard Managers

To be successful for this role, you must:

  • A qualification in business/horticulture/agriculture OR a minimum of 1 work experience at a supervisory/managerial role.
  • Be well organized with good time management.
  • Be honest and enthusiastic with a positive and mature attitude.
  • Be available to work on all weekends.
  • Be available to work on public holidays (if required)

You will be responsible for:

  • Ensure that required resources are available to execute work as per contracts and commitments.
  • Plan and create work schedules for assigned orchards. Communicate with field/workforce supervisors regarding work schedules and delivery deadlines.
  • Allocate work to supervisors/team leaders.
  • Ensure that required equipment and tools are available for scheduled work.
  • Ensure that all the orchard work is completed appropriately and on time. Sign off work completion.
  • Ensure efficient resource utilization.
  • Ensure that health and safety protocols, procedures and policies are appropriately implemented and complied with,
  • Ensure that all orchards are well maintained.
  • Maximise crop yield and quality.
  • Communicate with growers, packhouses and other relevant stakeholders as required for completion of work.

Other Details:
Payrate - $31-33 per hour

Minimum Hours - 30 per week

Location of Work - Bay of Plenty Region

Salary: $31.00 - $33.00 per hour