FRUIT PRODUCTION SUPERVISORS

FRUIT PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR

A Fruit Production Supervisor shall supervise and coordinate the daily activities of the orchard. You will report direct to Orchard Manager.

Working hours- 30 hours minimum guaranteed

Remuneration - $30.00 per hour

Key responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate day to day fruit production activities including planting, pruning, thinning, pest control, irrigation and harvesting
• Plan, organize and record the business meetings.
• Create and oversee opportunities for staff training.
• Implement standard operating procedures relating to orchard work.
• Train, supervise staff employed.
• Create a daily, weekly, and monthly work schedule for staff under the manager’s supervision.
• Be part of strategy development for the promotion and business development
• Make reports for equipment, materials and production and yields
• Lead and support orchard staff ensuring tasks are completed on time.
• Monitor crop health, identify issues on time and implement corrective actions
• Lead implementation of cutting edge modern farm practices, techniques, and equipment.
• Maintain proper records and reporting of key data – crop estimates, and Integrated pest management data.
• Ensure implementation and adherence to health and safety procedures.
• Operate and supervise farm equipment and machinery
• Work closely with management to plan seasonal work schedules
• Plan, organize and oversee the ordering and planting of new plants
• Suggest or recommend changes in the business process and manage risk from economic factors
• Oversee the preventative maintenance and repair of all equipment and tools used in the horticultural area.

Key Requirements

• You must have 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Be able to work long days, weekends and public holidays.
• Physical fitness and ability to work outdoors in different weather conditions
• Strong leadership quality
• Time management skills