Experienced Apiarist Beekeeper
- Plan and supervise hive management, health inspections, pest and disease control, queen rearing and hive transport across Victoria and New South Wales.
- Lead honey harvesting, extraction, processing, packaging and pollination services while maintaining HACCP quality controls.
- Oversee daily apiary operations and contribute to business growth, including fieldwork and periods working away from home.
At Collins Honey we've been passionately crafting pure, fresh honey since 1955. As a family-owned and operated business our roots run deep in the rich soils of Bendigo, and our commitment to quality is unmatched. We pride ourselves on bringing the sweetest, most authentic honey from our hives straight to the homes of our loyal customers.
Why Join Us?
- Tradition Meets Innovation: Be part of a legacy while contributing to modern beekeeping practices.
- Community & Environment: Work in the heart of Victoria's beautiful landscapes, fostering a connection with nature and the local community.
- Team Spirit: Join a close-knit, outdoorsy team that values authenticity, reliability and a love for bees.
The Role
We're looking for an experienced Apiarist who shares our passion for bees and sustainability. This is a permanent, full-time role of 38 hours per week, overseeing hive health, honey harvesting and pollination across VIC, NSW.
In this role, you will:
- Plan, organise and supervise the management and maintenance of our beehives across VIC, NSW
- Coordinate honey extraction, processing and packaging under our Quality Control (HACCP)
- Monitor hive health, carry out brood inspections, and manage pests and diseases, including Varroa
- Plan and carry out queen rearing, hive splitting and requeening
- Lead fieldwork, honey harvesting and pollination services, including hive transport
- Oversee day-to-day operations and contribute to our ongoing growth
- Other duties as directed
About You
- Outdoors Enthusiast: You love working outside and aren't afraid to get your hands dirty, with a willingness to camp away from home when required.
- Dedicated Professional: Committed to continuous learning in beekeeping and honey production, including honey packaging and bee genetics.
- Bee-Friendly: Comfortable working with bees and not allergic.
- Reliable & Good-Natured: A positive attitude and dependable work ethic, with the ability to work away from home during peak times.
- Knowledge: A minimum of 1 year of commercial beekeeping experience, with a thorough understanding of apiary diseases.
- Qualification: A relevant Bachelor degree, or at least five years of relevant commercial beekeeping experience in lieu of a formal qualification.
- Licences: Car licence required. HR truck, forklift and skid-steer licences preferred.
What We Offer
- $79,500–$80,000 per year plus superannuation
- Permanent full-time position
- Training & Development: Gain valuable experience from experienced beekeepers and enhance your skills with us.
- A Supportive Work Environment: We foster a collaborative environment where team members prioritise mutual support and wellbeing.
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