Carrot Farm Supervisor

Job description

Zerella Fresh is one of Australia’s largest growers and packers of Carrots, Onions and Potatoes supplying Australia’s leading supermarket chains plus independents and exports. We are currently seeking an experienced Carrot Farm Supervisor to join our team on a full-time permanent basis at our Parilla site, located in South Australia. Reporting to the Farm Manager, this person will operate and control agricultural and horticultural spray equipment. This is a hands-on role requiring involvement in all aspects of farm supervision, including but not limited to planning, cultivation, spraying, harvesting, and irrigation. The position follows a fortnightly roster, including on-call duties and assigned weekend work. Responsibilities: - Work closely with and support the Production Manager, providing cover in their absence. - Coordinate harvesting programs and daily operations in consultation with the Production Manager, ensuring efficiency, safety, quality standards, and adherence to production targets. - Monitor crop readiness and harvesting conditions (e.g. soil moisture, weather, crop maturity) to optimise yield and minimise waste or damage. - Supervise harvesting activities to ensure c...