Flower Production Lead

Draca Farm Pty Ltd; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Draca Farm Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Flower Grower to oversee flower and foliage production from planting to harvest for commercial supply. The role requires an AQF bachelor’s degree or higher in Horticulture, Agricultural Science, or related field, and at least one year of relevant experience.

Five years can substitute for the formal qualification. Expect hands-on leadership and compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• AQF bachelor's degree or higher in Horticulture, Agricultural Science, Agronomy or a closely related field.
• At least one year of relevant experience in commercial flower growing is essential.
• Five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification.
• Sound knowledge of plant propagation, crop nutrition, irrigation, pest and disease management, and post-harvest handling.
• Ability to organise production activities, supervise staff and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage flower and foliage production schedules, considering seasons, crop cycles, orders, and demand.
• Select varieties, seeds, bulbs, seedlings and coordinate purchases of fertilisers and growing media.
• Organise soil prep, propagation, planting and transplanting to establish crops and meet targets.
• Develop irrigation and fertilisation programs using soil tests and crop inspections.
• Monitor growth and perform pruning, thinning, de-budding and related cultivation tasks to improve quality and yield.
• Identify and manage pests, weeds and diseases with safe chemical handling practices.
• Monitor environment controls (temperature, humidity, ventilation, light) to support healthy growth.
• Plan and supervise harvesting to meet customer specs.
• Coordinate grading, packaging, storage and dispatch to preserve freshness and meet delivery requirements.
• Maintain production records to improve future planning and performance.
• Coordinate with wholesalers/retailers to align with customer requirements and demand.
• Prepare production budgets and manage supplies to keep growing operations efficient.
• Train and supervise staff and contractors, allocating tasks and monitoring quality.
• Maintain growing structures, machinery, irrigation systems and storage facilities.
• Ensure compliance with workplace safety, biosecurity, environmental, and chemical-use requirements.

Education

AQF bachelor's degree or higher in Horticulture, Agricultural Science, Agronomy or closely related field

Job description

Draca Farm Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Flower Grower to oversee flower and foliage production from planting to harvest for commercial supply. The role requires an AQF bachelor’s degree or higher in Horticulture, Agricultural Science, or related field, and at least one year of relevant experience.

Five years can substitute for the formal qualification. Expect hands-on leadership and compliance with safety standards.