Strategic Banana Farming Lead

Premierfresh; Cassowary Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier Fresh Australia seeks an experienced Banana Consultant to provide strategic, technical and commercial leadership across our banana farming operations at Darwin Fruit Farms. You will assess the current state, shape a clear improvement strategy and lead its practical implementation in the farming operation.

You will work with senior leadership to drive yield, quality and profitability, while challenging practices and translating recommendations into sustainable improvements.

Qualifications

• Extensive senior-level experience in commercial banana production.
• Strong technical knowledge of banana agronomy and production systems.
• Track record of improving yield, quality and profitability.
• Understanding of irrigation, drainage, soil health, nutrition and crop protection.
• Commercial acumen and ability to assess costs and investments.
• Experience implementing operational improvements and data-driven performance initiatives.
• A tertiary qualification in Agronomy, Agricultural Science or Horticulture; postgraduate in business/finance is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Assess farm performance and develop strategic improvement plans.
• Identify opportunities to improve profitability, cost efficiency and ROI.
• Lead implementation of improvements with farm management teams.
• Coach and mentor farm managers, supervisors and technical staff.
• Support biosecurity, risk management and governance across the operation.

Skills

Banana industry experience

Agronomy expertise

Commercial acumen

Leadership

Data-driven decision making

Stakeholder engagement

Field presence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agronomy or Agricultural Science

Job description

Premier Fresh Australia seeks an experienced Banana Consultant to provide strategic, technical and commercial leadership across our banana farming operations at Darwin Fruit Farms. You will assess the current state, shape a clear improvement strategy and lead its practical implementation in the farming operation.

You will work with senior leadership to drive yield, quality and profitability, while challenging practices and translating recommendations into sustainable improvements.