Job Title: Apiary Operations Manager
Are you a skilled beekeeper with experience in managing large-scale apiaries? Do you have a strong understanding of honey production, pollination, and queen rearing? We are seeking an experienced Apiary Operations Manager to join our team.
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure the timely and effective management of hives during rounds and season as per the beekeeping calendar.
* Maintain excellent record keeping and ensure the integrity of hive numbers and My Apiary inspections.
* Complete monthly reporting, including total amount of hives in the region, AFB count for the month, average honey over current production placements, current hive strength-average # of brood and bees, biggest win for the month including photographs, and risk areas and action plans.
* Ensure the completion and integrity of Harvest Declarations to ensure honey production information per landowner is accurate.
* Provide feedback to the General Manager on equipment required and beehive health to ensure execution of seasonal plan.
Requirements
* Bachelor's degree or higher relevant qualification or at least 5 years of full-time experience relevant to the beekeeping industry;
* Knowledge of plant and animal biology;
* Strong work ethic and ability to work autonomously;
* Strong people leadership skills;
* Reasonable level of financial acumen;
* Advanced verbal and written communication skills; and
* Strong commercial acumen.
Benefits:
Competitive salary, Overtime, Weekend availability
Work Authorization:
Australia (preferred)
Work Location:
In person