Macadamia Dehusking Team Leader — Inclusive, Local

Aruma; Pearces Creek; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Summerland Farm, part of Aruma, seeks a hands-on Team Leader to run the macadamia dehusking shed in Alstonville, NSW. You’ll oversee daily operations, ensure safety and quality, and lead a diverse team to deliver high-grade products for Northern Rivers growers.

Join a well‑established farm with a strong community focus, and help create meaningful employment opportunities for people with disability while mentoring staff and improving operational performance.

Qualifications

• Experience in agriculture, horticulture, food production, or post-harvest operations preferred.
• Strong leadership and coaching abilities to manage a diverse team.
• Ability to work with colleagues with disability and foster inclusion.
• Mechanically minded with the capacity to troubleshoot equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead macadamia dehusking operations and oversee daily shed activities.
• Troubleshoot equipment and maintain safe working conditions.
• Coordinate seasonal and permanent team members and monitor productivity.
• Ensure quality, food safety, traceability, and production standards.
• Mentor team members and promote an inclusive, supportive culture.

Skills

Team leadership

Mechanical mindset

Agriculture experience

Safety-conscious

Job description

Summerland Farm, part of Aruma, seeks a hands-on Team Leader to run the macadamia dehusking shed in Alstonville, NSW. You’ll oversee daily operations, ensure safety and quality, and lead a diverse team to deliver high-grade products for Northern Rivers growers.

Join a well‑established farm with a strong community focus, and help create meaningful employment opportunities for people with disability while mentoring staff and improving operational performance.