Fruit Farm Foreman: Grapes & Orchard Lead - On-Site Housing

Government of Canada - Western; Lake Country; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in Lake Country, British Columbia is seeking an experienced agricultural manager to oversee vineyard operations. Responsibilities include managing vine growth, supervising farm workers, and ensuring safety procedures. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience and relevant qualifications in agriculture. On-site accommodation is available and the position requires physical work in diverse conditions.

Benefits

On-site housing options

Qualifications

• 3 years to less than 5 years of experience in agricultural work.
• Experience with apples and grapes as crops.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage growth of vines, vine canopy and grapes.
• Train trees to produce more fruit of higher quality.
• Provide agricultural crop services such as plowing, irrigating, cultivating, spraying or harvesting.
• Co-ordinate and supervise the work of general farm workers and harvesting labourers.
• Ensure farm safety and bio-security procedures are followed.
• Maintain quality control and production records.
• Supervise and oversee growing and other crop-related operations.
• Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment.
• Perform general farm duties.

Skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Organized

Team player

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Tools

Automated irrigation system

Sprayer or duster

Tractor

Forklift

Job description

A governmental organization in Lake Country, British Columbia is seeking an experienced agricultural manager to oversee vineyard operations. Responsibilities include managing vine growth, supervising farm workers, and ensuring safety procedures. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience and relevant qualifications in agriculture. On-site accommodation is available and the position requires physical work in diverse conditions.