Horticulture Grower_Strawberry

Komiberry Farms is seeking a skilled and motivated Horticulture Grower to join our strawberry farming

operations in Queensland. This role involves coordinating crop production, maintaining plant health and

overseeing harvesting to deliver high-quality strawberries.

To be considered for this role you must have:

- Certificate III or IV in Horticulture, a higher relevant qualification, or an equivalent qualification.

- At least two years of relevant experience in the industry in similar position.

- You must be an Australian Citizen/Permanent resident or have legal working rights in Australia.

Key Responsibilities

- Production Planning and Planting

- Crop Cultivation and Plant Health

- Harvesting and Post-Harvest Management

- Staff Supervision and Farm Operations

- Production Records and Financial Management

Risk Management, Safety and Compliance

Main Tasks

1. Production Planning and Planting

- Plan strawberry production and harvesting schedules based on seasonal conditions, market demand,

customer requirements and available resources.

- Select suitable varieties and planting material, prepare growing beds and coordinate planting to meet

production targets.

2. Crop Cultivation and Plant Health

- Monitor growth, flowering and fruit development, and supervise pruning, runner removal and removal

of diseased material.

- Manage irrigation and fertiliser applications according to soil, weather and crop requirements.

- Control pests, diseases and weeds, ensuring safe crop treatments and accurate records.

3. Harvesting and Post-Harvest Management

- Assess fruit maturity and forecast yields to organise harvesting schedules and labour.

- Supervise picking, grading, packing and cooling to maintain quality, minimise wastage and meet

customer specifications.

- Coordinate storage, sales and dispatch to fulfil delivery commitments.

4. Staff Supervision and Farm Operations

- Allocate tasks and train and supervise workers and contractors in crop care, harvesting and safe work

practices.

- Organise purchases of plants, fertilisers, crop protection products, packaging and other supplies.

- Coordinate maintenance of machinery, buildings, fences, irrigation and water supply systems.

5. Production Records and Financial Management

- Review planting, treatment, irrigation, labour and yield records to improve production performance.

- Monitor budgets and production costs, and assist with financial planning.

- Review market conditions and harvest forecasts to adjust production and meet supply contracts.

6. Risk Management, Safety and Compliance

- Manage crop risks associated with heat, heavy rainfall, frost and water shortages.

- Implement workplace safety procedures, including safe machinery operation and chemical handling.

- Maintain food safety, hygiene and biosecurity standards throughout production and post-harvest

operations.

Preferred Skills

- Practical knowledge of strawberry cultivation, irrigation, crop nutrition and pest management.

- Ability to assess fruit maturity and maintain quality during harvesting and post-harvest handling.

- Strong planning and supervisory skills to coordinate farm activities and lead workers.

- Good record-keeping skills and knowledge of farm safety, food hygiene and biosecurity practices.

Only eligible and shortlisted candidates will be contacted.