Irrigation & Crop Production Lead

Apatufarms; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Year-round employment

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Apatu Farms in New Zealand is seeking an Irrigation Manager & Crop Production Coordinator to lead our seasonal irrigation operation and support crop production across our vegetable business. This hands-on leadership role suits someone who enjoys outdoor work and developing people.

You’ll manage up to 14 irrigation staff from October to March and collaborate with the Field Operations Manager to support establishment, planting, harvesting, logistics, and broader field activities across diverse

Qualifications

• Experience in irrigation, agriculture, horticulture, or team leadership is an advantage.
• Attitude, capability, and leadership potential are important.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of up to 14 irrigation staff across a large-scale irrigation programme from October to March.
• Support crop establishment, planting, harvesting, logistics, and field operations outside irrigation season across diverse vegetable crops.

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Planning

Organisation

Communication

Problem solving

Health & Safety

Continuous improvement

Coordination

Job description

Apatu Farms in New Zealand is seeking an Irrigation Manager & Crop Production Coordinator to lead our seasonal irrigation operation and support crop production across our vegetable business. This hands-on leadership role suits someone who enjoys outdoor work and developing people.

You’ll manage up to 14 irrigation staff from October to March and collaborate with the Field Operations Manager to support establishment, planting, harvesting, logistics, and broader field activities across diverse