- Multiple team leader roles
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Based in Perth, Tasmania
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Leading global brand with operations across Australia, Europe, Middle East, North & South America
THE OPPORTUNITY
We are looking for two Team Leaders to join our Nursery team in Tasmania. This role is responsible for leading and supporting small teams across day-to-day nursery operations, while also carrying out hands-on field tasks as required. The position will work closely with site nursery management to coordinate daily activities, operate tractors, forklifts, farm implements and irrigation equipment, and support planting, harvesting and other nursery duties. The role also involves working with contract and seasonal labour to help ensure work is completed safely, efficiently and to expected standards. If you are hands-on, practical and ready to step into a leadership role, we encourage you to apply.
Some of your key responsibilities will include:
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Lead and support small teams across daily nursery operations.
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Coordinate day-to-day labour activities in assigned work areas.
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Carry out hands-on nursery tasks including planting, harvesting and general field work.
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Operate tractors, forklifts, ATVs, farm implements and irrigation equipment.
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Assist with irrigation set-up, checks, repairs and basic maintenance.
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Support training of seasonal and labour hire workers to ensure correct procedures are followed.
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Monitor work quality, productivity and plant standards.
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Promote safe work practices and report any safety, performance or personnel concerns to Nursery Management.
ABOUT YOU
To be considered for this role, applicants will need to demonstrate the following capabilities:
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Previous experience in a similar role within the agricultural or horticultural sector
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
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Have an enthusiastic, can-do attitude
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Ability to communicate clearly with team members, supervisors and contractors
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Experience operating forklift licence and tractor driving experience
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Current drivers licence
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Valid, unrestricted Australian working rights
ABOUT US
Driscoll’s Australia is an exciting joint venture company owned by Costa Group - Australia’s leading integrated growing and marketer of premium quality fresh produce and Driscoll’s (USA) – the world’s market leader in berries. Partnering with a broad grower base across a national footprint, Driscoll’s Australia supplies year round delicious, branded berries to consumers using exclusively patented varieties developed by our joint venture partners breeding programs. Since our inception we have successfully achieved significant yearly growth and market share, enabling us to become the market leader in our category.
BENEFITS
Want to join Driscoll’s? Our passion for berries extends to nurturing our people, we invest in your growth and prosperity through various benefits:
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Paid Parental Leave: Up to 12 weeks’ pay for the primary carer and up to 2 weeks for the secondary carer.
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Mentoring and Coaching: Programs designed to support your professional development with our local and global teams
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Employee Reward and Recognition: Service recognition awards and access to perks and discounted products through our recognition program
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Annual Health Program: Seasonal flu shots onsite
- Study Leave: Support your educational pursuits
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Tailored well-being programs, confidential advice and big brand discounts!
Employee benefits are subject to eligibility requirements, please visit our website to learn more about accessing our benefits as a Driscoll’s employee.
Experience the Driscoll’s difference. Apply now to connect with our friendly team and learn more about the exceptional employee experience at Driscoll’s.
