Blueberry Manager

Nutrano Produce Group; Queensland; Sur place; AUD 150 000 - 190 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Nutrano Produce Group is seeking an experienced berry farming leader to own the day-to-day performance and long-term development of its berry operations in Queensland. You will manage the established farm and drive greenfield development from planning through to first harvest, leading a specialist team across operations, agronomy and irrigation.

You will connect growing decisions with business outcomes to deliver quality fruit, strong yields and sustainable commercial performance, while

Qualifications

• At least ten years of relevant farm or horticultural management experience.
• Commercial berry growing experience is essential.
• Experience leading greenfield development and establishing new plantings is required.
• Strong technical knowledge of irrigation, plant nutrition, crop health, and pest and disease management.

Responsabilités

• Drive the operational and commercial performance of the existing blueberry farm, including yield, quality, costs and team performance.
• Contribute to the strategic direction of the berry business and identify opportunities for growth.
• Lead greenfield development from planning and infrastructure through to planting and first harvest.
• Manage daily and seasonal farming activities including pruning, nutrition, irrigation, pest management, harvesting and postharvest handling.
• Collaborate with agronomists to optimise crop health, timing, yield and fruit quality.
• Prepare crop forecasts, manage budgets and contribute to investment planning.
• Build and develop a capable team through coaching and workforce planning.
• Champion safety, food quality and responsible farming practices.
• Build strong relationships with farm colleagues, suppliers and Nutrano team.

Connaissances

Berry farming leadership

Commercial farming experience

Irrigation knowledge

Formation

Horticulture / agriculture / business qualification

Outils

Farm machinery

Farm technology usage

Description du poste

The opportunity

Reporting to the EGM Farming & Growth, you will take ownership of the day-to-day performance and longer term development of Nutrano’s berry operations.

You will bring the discipline to run a successful operation today and the vision to build for tomorrow. Alongside managing the established farm, you will lead greenfield development from planning and infrastructure through to planting and the first harvest.

Leading a specialist team across operations, agronomy and irrigation, you will connect growing decisions with business outcomes, delivering quality fruit, strong yields and sustainable commercial performance.

What you will be responsible for

• Drive the operational and commercial performance of the existing blueberry farm, taking accountability for yield, quality, costs and team performance.
• Contribute to the strategic direction of the berry business, identifying opportunities to improve performance and support future growth.
• Lead greenfield development, including project planning, procurement, infrastructure installation and new plantings.
• Manage daily and seasonal farming activities, including pruning, nutrition, irrigation, pest management, harvesting and postharvest handling.
• Work closely with agronomists to optimise crop health, production timing, yield and fruit quality.
• Manage operating budgets and resources, prepare crop forecasts and contribute to development budgets and investment planning.
• Build a capable, engaged team through clear expectations, coaching and effective workforce planning.
• Champion safety, food quality and responsible farming practices.
• Build strong relationships with farm and packshed colleagues, suppliers, industry partners and the wider Nutrano team.

About you

You are an experienced berry growing leader who combines practical expertise with commercial judgement. You enjoy taking responsibility for an operation, developing people and turning growth plans into results.

You will bring:

• At least ten years of relevant farm or horticultural management experience, including commercial berry growing experience, which is essential. Experience in blueberries, raspberries or blackberries is welcomed.
• A strong understanding of the berry industry, emerging growing practices and opportunities for improvement.
• A track record of delivering yield, quality and cost outcomes in a commercial farming operation.
• Proven greenfield development experience, including establishing new plantings and coordinating farm infrastructure.
• Strong technical knowledge of irrigation, plant nutrition, crop health and pest and disease management.
• Experience managing budgets, production plans, crop forecasts and operational reporting.
• The ability to lead, inspire and develop farm teams while maintaining clear accountability.
• Practical knowledge of farm machinery and maintenance, and confidence using technology to improve performance.
• Qualifications in horticulture, agriculture or business will be highly regarded. Travel to other Nutrano sites may be required.

Why join Nutrano?

You will have real influence over an established operation and its next stage of growth. With direct access to senior farming leadership and the support of a broader produce business, you will help shape how Nutrano’s berry operations develop and perform over time.