Potato Operations 2IC

Longtrail Farms is currently looking for a versatile Potato Operations Supervisor to join the team located in Parilla, Southern Mallee. 

As our Potato Operations Supervisor, you'll be essential to our operations, reporting directly to the Potato Operations Manager. Your role will encompass everything from driving the Dewulf Harvester and John Deere tractors, overseeing planting and coordinating busy harvests. The business is dynamic and going through a growth phase, so energy and a positive attitude is a must. 

We need someone who thrives on innovation and can act on their feet as priorities shift. Your ability to think outside the box and tackle problems head-on will be crucial in ensuring  operations run seamlessly. In addition, effective communication and the ability to foster an environment of collaboration where everyone is on the same page. 

Great things about Longtrail:

• We invest in our people and their development. If there’s a course you want to do, let us know. 
• We are investing in our gear and your work environment. We want you to be a key part in planning the infrastructure and technology for the future.
• We socialise together. Birthday morning teas, Friday night knock offs, field day trips. 
• Our moto is – Work Hard, Make Some Money & Have Some Fun

About you:

• You have previous experience driving and operating farm machines e.g. grain harvester, gps tractors, sprayers, Dewulf etc. 
• Ability to work a variety of hours including nights and weekends as operations require;
• It’s a plus if you have had previous experience working with potatoes but not a must;
• You easily pick up farm online platforms such as farm and communication apps like agworld & Slack;
• You have experience handing chemical and have meticulous record keeping skills;
• You have HC/MC license, forklift license, telehandler license and first aid certificate (an advantage but not essential). 

Attributes that are essential for working at Longtrail Farms:

• Mechanical aptitude and practically minded;
• Strong communication skills with a team-oriented approach;
• Best practice safety orientation;
• Pride in the way you approach work including a can-do attitude; 
• Ability to concentrate for long periods of time, in particular when working through the night;
• Strong hygiene standards; and
• Flexibility and adaptability to remain positive when priorities change.

Work vehicle and provision for a phone are provided. 

Short-term accommodation is available in the town for immediate start, long-term accommodation can be arranged and worked in with a full-time package if required.