Production Nursery Manager

Acclaimed Workforce Acclaimed Workforce Pty Ltd; Griffith; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Acclaimed Workforce Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Production Nursery Manager to lead our Griffith, NSW nursery operations. You will manage production activities, lead frontline teams, and deliver high-quality plant outcomes with hands-on operational leadership in horticulture.

We welcome applicants with nursery production, horticulture or agriculture experience, tree crops or similar environments. This role offers growth opportunities in a seventh-generation nursery with a strong reputation.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in a production-based environment.
• Strong planning, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing labour, budgets and operational priorities.
• Hands-on leadership style with practical horticultural insight.

Responsibilities

• Managing daily nursery operations with focus on plant health, quality and production efficiency.
• Overseeing pest and disease management programs, compliance and record keeping.
• Monitoring irrigation and fertilisation programs based on crop needs and conditions.
• Conducting crop inspections and coordinating corrective actions.
• Planning labour, production schedules and resources for seasonal demand.
• Coordinating spraying, maintenance and crop movement with team leaders.
• Leading quality assurance to meet customer and industry standards.
• Driving continuous improvement to enhance productivity and efficiency.
• Managing budgets, costs and operational performance.
• Developing team capability and succession planning.
• Maintaining a safe, productive workplace culture.
• Building relationships with customers, suppliers and contractors.

Skills

Leadership

Production leadership

Planning

Problem solving

Budget management

Communication

Stakeholder management

Horticulture exposure

Job description

• Earn $100K-$120K in a stable business with growth opportunities.


• Balance leadership responsibilities with hands-on operational work.


• Progress your career while driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Production Nursery Manager

• Earn $100K-$120K in a stable business with growth opportunities.


• Balance leadership responsibilities with hands-on operational work.


• Progress your career while driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Manage production activities, lead frontline teams and deliver high-quality plant outcomes using strong operational leadership and horticultural or agricultural experience.

About the Opportunity

A rare opportunity exists for an experienced production, operations, or nursery leader to join a seventh-generation nursery with a long-standing reputation in the horticulture industry.
Based in Griffith, NSW, this role will lead a commercial nursery operation while supporting the continued growth of its potted plant division. This is a hands-on leadership position requiring active involvement with the team and day-to-day operations.
We welcome applications from professionals with experience in nursery production, horticulture, agriculture, tree crops, intensive farming, or similar production-based environments.

Key Responsibilities

You will be responsible for the overall performance of the nursery, including production, people, safety, quality, and financial outcomes.
Key duties include:

• Managing daily nursery operations with a focus on plant health, quality, and production efficiency.


• Overseeing pest and disease management programs, including compliance and record keeping.


• Monitoring and adjusting irrigation and fertilisation programs based on crop requirements and environmental conditions.


• Conducting regular crop inspections and coordinating corrective actions where required.


• Planning labour, production schedules, and resources to meet seasonal demands.


• Coordinating spraying, maintenance, and crop movement activities with team leaders.


• Leading quality assurance processes to ensure products meet customer and industry standards.


• Driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, quality, and efficiency.


• Managing budgets, costs, and operational performance.


• Developing team capability, leadership, and succession planning.


• Maintaining a safe, productive, and positive workplace culture.


• Building strong relationships with customers, suppliers, contractors, and other stakeholders.

About You

You are an experienced operational leader who enjoys managing people, improving performance, and delivering results.

You may currently be working as a:

• Nursery Manager


• Production Manager


• Operations Manager


• Farm Manager


• Or in a similar leadership role

Ideally, you will have:

• Proven experience leading teams in a production-based environment.


• Strong planning, organisational, and problem-solving skills.


• Experience managing labour, budgets, and operational priorities.


• A practical, hands-on leadership style.


• Sound knowledge of workplace safety and risk management.


• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.


• Exposure to horticulture, nursery production, agriculture, forestry, or tree crop industries.

Formal qualifications in horticulture, agriculture, or a related field are advantageous; however, demonstrated leadership and operational experience will be equally valued.