Introduction:
About Premier Fresh Australia
Premier Fresh Australia is one of the nation’s leading fresh produce supply chain companies, delivering high-quality fruit and vegetables to customers both locally and internationally. With a strong focus on excellence, innovation and collaboration, we’re proud to offer a workplace that values and supports its people.
You don’t need to meet every requirement — if you’re a good fit and eager to grow, we want to hear from you.
Description:
Who we are looking for….
Our ideal candidate will be a proactive and hands-on leader with the ability to coordinate a team in a fast-moving environment, driving the successful performance of operations for our fruit farm in Lambells Lagoon.
Your responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following components:
- Support the Operations Manager in leading and managing the packshed team, driving continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
- Oversee daily operational activities to ensure orders are picked, packed, and dispatched in full and on time
- Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and legislative requirements across all operational processes
- Organising operations activities ensuring objectives and targets are achieved within required time frames.
- Manage quality control, grading, ripening, packing, weighing, and labelling of fresh produce
- Maintain accurate inventory, reporting, and documentation, ensuring robust internal controls
- Promote a safe, high-performance workplace aligned with company policies
Skills and Experiences:
The successful candidate will demonstrate the following capabilities:
- Experience in a similar position and/or farming environment is preferred.
- A respectful and considerate leader with strong interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of technical and industry standards including safety & quality standards.
- Excellent leadership and problem solving skills - working with a wide range of people to drive team culture.
- Knowledge of machinery, equipment maintenance and farming practices.
- Be a champion of health & safety with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Forklift & HR Truck licence preferred, or a willingness to obtain.
