AddressAbout us
Fresh Produce Group has a range of businesses, including Smart Berries, Treviso, Tumut Grove and Fruitico Farms. Collectively, we are one of Australia's largest and most dynamic produce companies with farms and distribution centres across Australia. As the grower, packer and marketer of high quality produce, we are a fully integrated business and supply domestically and internationally. We thrive on promoting a passionate work culture and reward employees with development opportunities and competitive remuneration. With offices on the east and west coast of Australia, we employ over 600 people and distribute more than 40 produce varieties. You've almost certainly eaten something grown on one of our farms! To find out more about us visit: www.fpg.com.au
About the Role
Working across our remote farming locations you will receive an authentic grass roots farming experience. We are looking for a Horticulture Graduate to join our Smart Berries Team. A thrilling opportunity for an ambitious passionate graduate looking to join the fresh produce and horticulture industry from the ground up.
As a part of this role you will work alongside experts in our teams to gain experience in:
- Pre- and Post- Harvest Management
- Irrigation and Fertigation
- Logistics
- Agronomy
- Insect/Pest Monitoring
- Production
- Supply Chain Planning
About You
We are looking for someone who is adventurous and willing to roll up their sleeves to learn all aspects of the operation. This role is going to be hands on, busy and dynamic, so you are going to be someone that thrives in a fast-paced environment. This is an ideal position for a recent graduate looking to get a jump start into the produce industry.
The successful candidate will:
- Have a degree in Horticulture, Agriculture, Science or Agribusiness (desirable)
- Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Be ambitious and self-motivated
- Have a keen interest in the produce industry
- Have the ability to travel between interstate locations
- Be a go getter who is willing to get their hands dirty and try it all!
What’s in it for you?
- Working alongside experts in their fields, you will be immersed in the industry whilst gaining mentorship, knowledge, and exposure.
- A pathway for growth and progression
- A year of travel around the east coast to our remote farming locations across QLD, NSW and TAS
- The ability to gain experience in all aspects of Horticulture from industry professionals
- Accommodation, transport and travel to be provided
