Production Horticulture Supervisor (Strawberry Farm)

Position(Job Title): Production Horticulture Supervisor (Strawberry Farm)

Oz Strawberry

Location: Beerwah, Queensland 4519

Job type: Full time (38 hours per week)

Salary: From $72,000 + Super

Oz Strawberry is located in Beerwah, Queensland and grows healthy and delicious strawberries supplying the whole of Australia. We are seeking a reliable and skilled farm worker for the position of production horticulture supervisor with the following skills and responsibilities.

To be considered for this role you must have:

- Certificate III or IV in Horticulture or related field is essential.

- At least two years of relevant experience in the strawberry growing industry.

- You must be an Australian Citizen/Permanent resident or have legal working rights in Australia.

Key Responsibilities

- Harvest Operations Management

- Crop Quality & Food Safety Compliance

- Pest & Disease Control Program

- Equipment & Chemical Management

- Team Coordination & Training

- Post-Harvest Program Implementation

Main tasks

1. Strawberry Harvest Operations Management

- Plan daily strawberry picking schedules based on fruit ripeness and market demand

- Supervise harvest crews to ensure gentle handling of delicate strawberry fruits

- Adjust picking methods according to strawberry variety and field conditions to minimize mechanical damage

2. Strawberry Quality & Food Safety Compliance

- Monitor pre-harvest intervals for strawberry treatments and maintain records

- Implement strict quality control for strawberry size, colour, and defects

- Ensure compliance with strawberry-specific food safety standards

3. Strawberry Pest & Disease Control

- Conduct regular strawberry field inspections for common disease signs, pests or weeds

- Coordinate immediate action for disease outbreaks and plant pest control in strawberry fields

- Maintain accurate spray records for strawberry crops

4. Strawberry Farm Equipment & Chemical Management

- Oversee maintenance of strawberry harvest equipment (clippers, sorting tables)

- Manage safe chemical storage and handling for strawberry production

- Calibrate sprayers for precise application on strawberry plants

- Transport and store chemicals related to farming safely according to regulations and requirements

5. Harvest Team Coordination & Training

- Train workers in proper strawberry harvesting techniques

- Coordinate daily staffing needs with farm management

- Enforce safety protocols in strawberry fields

6. Post-Harvest Program

- Land clearing and preparation for the next planting season

- Record maintenance and arrange repair of equipment and ensure appropriate storage of equipment

Preferred Skills

- Excellent prioritization skills to manage harvest deadlines

- Strong communication skills for coordinating multiple teams

- Natural leadership ability to motivate seasonal staff

- Good decision-making under pressure during critical growth stages

Only eligible and shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $72,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Salary packaging

Schedule:

• Weekend availability

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Preferred)

Work Location: In person