Smart Berries Tasmania is a Raspberry and Blueberry Farm located in Forth, just 15 mins from Devonport. We are a business full of opportunities with farms Australia wide. Smart Berries Tasmania is part of Fresh Produce Group, one of Australia's largest and most innovative fresh produce providers. We thrive on promoting a passionate work culture and reward employees with development opportunities and competitive remuneration.
About the role
Our Forth farm is looking to hire a casual Maintenance Supervisor to join our team. The role is diverse with different duties throughout the year. The primary responsibility is day-to-day farm maintenance and basic upkeep of machinery.
Other responsibilities of the role include:
- Supervising maintenance activities
- Updating maintenance documentation
- Conducting internal reporting where required
- Assisting with poly tunnel maintenance and repairs
- Maintaining the irrigation systems
- Undertaking weeding and pest control
- Assisting with harvest activities if required
About you
This role will suit someone with a passion for working outdoors and a desire to establish a career in farming operations. In addition, you will have one or more of the following:
- Previous experience working on a farm in a similar role (desirable)
- Excellent communication and people management skills
- Any certification or qualifications relating to farm operations, including chemical handling
- A motivated and can-do attitude
- Flexibility in work pattern and ability to work weekends
- Own reliable transportation and a drivers license
To be successful in this role you must have a desire to learn and a willingness to work hard and get the job done in a professional and efficient manner.