Job Detail
Plantation Manager - Katherine
02 August 2021
- Location: Northern Territory
- Job Type: Permanent / Full Time
- Reference No. 1597049
Benefits:
- Maintenance, establishment and operation of the plantation
- Irrigation and watering schedules, pest control monitoring
- Implement best practice work activities
Our client manages one of the largest commercial horticultural operations in the Northern Territory. With a large scale plantation in Katherine, we are now searching for a Plantation Manager to join their professional team.
The scope of the position is to supervise a geographical area under the management of the plantation management team with a view to ensure that maintenance/production programs are carried out on time and to company standards. The role will be vital in ensuring that newly established plantations and existing projects meet company performance targets in terms of growth and production. Reporting to the Plantation Management team you will be involved in key maintenance, establishment, and operational aspects of the plantation.
Duties Include:
- Performing manual duties as required in line with a hands on plantation role
- Assist to ensure the optimum growth and survival of trees within the plantation
- Assist with management of irrigation schedules and watering programs
- Assist with management of pest control monitoring and control programs
- Pruning and weed control
- Implement recommendations from the plantation inspections
- Ensure appropriate maintenance of plantation plant and equipment
- Assist with the introduction and implementation of best practice work activities and continuous improvement in the team
- Supervise staff and contractors
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- Experience as a Plantation Manager/Farm Hand/Supervisor in Agriculture/Horticulture or Forestry
- Computing/administration skills
- Knowledge and experience of agricultural production principles
- Ability to supervise staff, contractors and seasonal labour
- Experience in the operation and use of farm machinery
- Applicants must be physically fit, prepared to work in hot conditions outdoors and be willing to learn all aspects of the position
- Current Driver's Licence
Salary Package (Negotiated commensurate with experience)
To Apply:
- Email a cover letter and CV to asher@agrijobs.com.au or
- Contact Asher Hammond, Business Manager, Agrijobs Australia on 0406 954 055
- Visit www.agrijobs.com.au for more positions currently available
