Senior Agronomy and Supply Specialist
This is an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Senior Agronomist and Supply Coordinator. As a key member of our dynamic team, you will play a pivotal role in improving the production of Raspberries, Blackberries, Strawberries, and Blueberries in the QLD region.
This hybrid role combines technical agronomic expertise with regional supply coordination, providing on-site, hands-on support to regional growers and ensuring best practices in plant and fruit production through regular field visual and plant health checks.
Your daily responsibilities will include:
- Field Agronomy and Production Guidance: Providing expert advice on crop management and pest control, conducting regular field visits to ensure growers are adopting best practices.
- Quality & Compliance: Conducting field quality checks on growers and distribution centers to ensure products meet our high standards.
- Supply Coordination: Assisting with annual and long-term plant requirements planning and fruit supply forecasting, working closely with our operations team to deliver business-critical support.
- Data Collection & Forecasting: Conducting weekly flower and berry counts, growing degree hours, and reporting to the Operations Manager to support short- and long-range forecasts.
- Collaboration with Operational Teams: Working closely with our QLD Operations Manager and operational teams to deliver business-critical support and drive growth.
To be considered for this role, applicants must demonstrate capabilities in the following areas:
- Tertiary qualifications in Agronomy, Food or Plant Science are essential
- Previous experience/understanding in Horticulture is preferred
- Proficiency in Excel is required
- Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work under limited supervision
- Ability to identify issues and develop effective countermeasures
- Ability to travel across regions within QLD
- Unrestricted drivers' license and unrestricted Australian working rights
We offer a range of benefits to support your growth and prosperity, including paid parental leave, mentoring and coaching programs, employee recognition awards, and access to perks and discounted products through our recognition program. Apply now to take your career to the next level.