Post Harvest Lead

Proclinical Group; Shire Of Collie; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Proclinical Group is seeking a Post Harvest Lead to manage and optimize post-harvest operations in a medicinal cannabis facility in Collie, Western Australia, with a focus on pharmaceutical-grade standards and regulatory compliance.

You will develop processes, track yields and batch genealogy, train staff on SOPs, and collaborate with cultivation and GMP manufacturing teams to enhance quality, consistency, and efficiency on site.

Qualifications

• Experience leading post-harvest in regulated production environments (cannabis or pharmaceuticals).
• Knowledge of drying, curing, trimming and product quality impacts.
• Experience developing, delivering training on SOPs and maintaining batch records.
• Familiarity with TGA, GMP, and GACP or equivalent regulatory frameworks.
• On-site work in Collie, WA, Australia.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily post-harvest operations and packaging.
• Ensure pharmaceutical hygiene and environmental controls in drying and curing rooms.
• Develop, implement, and train staff on SOPs for post-harvest processes.
• Lead and coach a team of post-harvest technicians and laborers.
• Track yields, waste, batch genealogy, and documentation.
• Collaborate with cultivation and GMP manufacturing teams on timing and release.
• Drive continuous improvement for yields, moisture targets, and efficiency.
• Support audits and site improvement projects as the facility scales.

Skills

Leadership

Post-harvest

Quality control

SOP development

GMP/GACP knowledge

Regulatory knowledge

Job description

Do you thrive in fast-paced production environments where operational excellence, product quality, and team leadership go hand in hand?

Proclinical is seeking a Post Harvest Lead to manage and optimize post-harvest operations, including drying, trimming, curing, and packaging, within a medicinal cannabis facility. This role focuses on maintaining pharmaceutical-grade standards, ensuring regulatory compliance, and leading a team to deliver high-quality products. You will play a key role in developing processes, tracking yields, and collaborating with cultivation and manufacturing teams to enhance efficiency and product quality.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily post-harvest operations, including hang-drying, trimming (hand or machine), curing, quality control inspections, and bulk packaging.
• Ensure pharmaceutical-grade hygiene and environmental controls (temperature, humidity, airflow) in drying and curing rooms.
• Develop, implement, and train staff on standard operating procedures (SOPs) for post-harvest processes in alignment with GACP/GMP standards.
• Lead, schedule, and coach a team of post-harvest technicians and laborers, setting quality standards for trimming and manicuring.
• Track yields, waste, by-products, and batch genealogy while maintaining accurate batch documentation.
• Collaborate with cultivation teams on harvest timing and quality, and with GMP manufacturing teams on product specifications and release readiness.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on trichome retention, moisture targets, mold risk mitigation, and labor efficiency.
• Oversee the cleanliness and readiness of equipment, including trimming tools, drying racks, curing vessels, and packaging gear.
• Support audits, client visits, and site improvement projects as the facility scales.

Key Skills and Requirements

• Hands-on leadership experience within post-harvest operations across medicinal cannabis, horticultural, botanical, or other highly regulated production environments.
• Strong understanding of drying, curing, and trimming methodologies, with knowledge of how processing decisions can impact flower quality and final product outcomes.
• Experience developing, implementing, and delivering training on SOPs, alongside maintaining accurate batch documentation and product traceability records.
• Demonstrated success managing and motivating teams within fast-paced, quality-focused, and compliance-led operational settings.
• Sound knowledge of TGA, GMP, and GACP requirements, or equivalent regulatory frameworks within regulated manufacturing industries.
• Able to work on-site in Collie, WA, with the flexibility to support operations during busy harvest and production periods.

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