Site Supervisor & Operations Manage - Whakatane

Hours of Work: 30 – 40 hours per week

Key Requirements:

• Minimum 6 months’ experience. OR level 1 or above Qualification.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise orchard teams in daily operations including pruning, thinning, irrigation, pest control, and harvesting.
• Allocate tasks, prepare work rosters, and monitor productivity.
• Ensure work is performed in line with quality standards and health & safety requirements.
• Train and guide orchard workers on correct horticultural practices.
• Monitor orchard progress and report to senior management.
• Maintain accurate records of activities, staff performance, and orchard progress.
• Assist with planning seasonal workforce requirements.

Hours of Work: 30 – 40 hours per week

Key Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience. OR level 4 or above Qualification.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee overall orchard operations, ensuring efficient and effective management of resources.
• Develop and implement seasonal work plans including pruning, thinning, irrigation, fertilisation, spraying, and harvesting.
• Manage workforce planning, recruitment, and staff training.
• Monitor orchard performance, yields, and quality control.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, and contractors to support smooth orchard operations.
• Prepare and manage budgets, financial records, and production reports.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety, environmental, and industry regulations.
• Drive improvements in orchard productivity and sustainability.