Leading Hand
vor 12 Stunden
Leading Hand (Farm Services) Summerland Farm is seeking a capable and hands‑on Farm Services Leading Hand to support daily operations across our large avocado and macadamia orchards and to lead a small team delivering farm service contracts across the region. This is a practical, leadership focused role suited to someone with strong agricultural experience, confidence with machinery (including tractors and harvest equipment), and a passion for safe, high‑quality farm work. You will support orchard activities such as harvest, pruning, irrigation checks, pest and weed control, and seasonal readiness, while also coordinating and guiding a small crew to deliver off‑site commercial farm services. The role requires strong judgement, communication, and the ability to plan and prioritise work in changing weather conditions and seasonal demand. As part of Summerland Farm’s diverse operations, you’ll work alongside teams in horticulture, tourism, food production, retail, and maintenance gaining exposure to multiple business units and contributing to meaningful employment. What We’re Looking For Practical experience in farming, horticulture, or orchard operations. Confident machinery operation (tractors, implements, harvest equipment). Ability to lead, coach, and support a small team. Strong communication, reliability, and safe work practices. Ability to adapt to changing weather, seasonal needs, and cross‑business work. Fit for outdoor, physical farm work in hot or variable weather. Benefits of working with Aruma Salary Packaging: Access to NFP salary packaging up to $15,900 for living expenses and additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses each year tax free. Fitness Passport: Access to subsidised gym membership. Employee Assistance Program: Free confidential service including Money Assist, Legal Assist, Family Assist and Nutrition/Lifestyle Assist. Training: Opportunity for Cert IV accredited training through our RTO. Discounted Health Insurance: Access to a range of discounted health and wellness services through Bupa. Recognition & Rewards: Recognition for your hard work through BRAVE Reviews and our annual BRAVE Awards night. Job Satisfaction: Through making a real difference in peoples’ lives within a values‑driven organisation. Probity Checks and Licence Requirements NDIS Worker Screening Check. Working with Children Check. Additional jurisdiction‑specific checks as applicable. Unrestricted Australian driver’s licence. Valid Australian working rights. Only applicants with the right to work in Australia will be considered. Shortlisted applications will be required to undergo pre‑employment probity checks i.e. Police Check and NDIS Worker Screening. We will be actively shortlisting during the advertising period and reserve the right to close this advert prior to the advertised closing date. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Maintenance Leading Hand – Summerland Farm
vor 1 Woche
Pearces Creek, Österreich Aruma VollzeitDo you have experience in welding, fabrication, machining, mechanical repairs, or general site maintenance? We’re looking for a hands‑on, safety‑focused Maintenance Leading Hand to support our diverse operations across farming, production, fruit packing, de‑husking, retail, and tourism. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, problem...
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Leading Hand
Vor 3 Tagen
Pearces Creek, Österreich Veritext Legal Solutions VollzeitWork options: On-site Summerland Farm is seeking a capable and hands‑on Farm Services Leading Hand to support daily operations across our large avocado and macadamia orchards and to lead a small team delivering farm service contracts across the region. This is a practical, leadership focused role suited to someone with strong agricultural experience,...
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Maintenance Leading Hand – Summerland Farm
vor 1 Woche
Pearces Creek, Österreich Veritext Legal Solutions VollzeitWork options: On-site Do you have experience in welding, fabrication, machining, mechanical repairs, or general site maintenance? We’re looking for a hands‑on, safety‑focused Maintenance Leading Hand to support our diverse operations across farming, production, fruit packing, de‑husking, retail, and tourism. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys...
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Leading Hand
vor 12 Stunden
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Lead Hand – Macadamia Dehusking
vor 12 Stunden
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Hands-On Maintenance Lead for Diverse Farm Ops
vor 1 Woche
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Farm Services Lead — Orchards
vor 13 Stunden
Pearces Creek, Österreich Aruma VollzeitA leading agricultural organization in New South Wales is seeking a capable Farm Services Leading Hand to supervise operations across avocado and macadamia orchards. The role entails leading a small team, performing various farm tasks such as harvest and irrigation checks, and ensuring high-quality work. Key qualifications include experience in farming,...
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vor 1 Woche
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Farm Services Lead – Orchards
Vor 3 Tagen
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