Full time $28 – $34 per hour, depending on experience Large, leading NZ-Owned Company, a subsidiary of MG GroupWHO WE ARE: Southern Paprika Limited (SPL) is a leading New Zealand greenhouse specialist, growing capsicums and snack cucumbers, and packing avocados, located in Warkworth. We currently operate 27 hectares of glasshouse and run a capsicum packhouse and avocado packhouse onsite. SPL supplies produce to large domestic and export markets.We have a strong & diverse people culture at SPL which lives our values of Positivity, Teamwork, Efficiency and Communication.THE ROLE:We are seeking a Glasshouse Complex Manager to assist in supervising Glasshouse activities on a day-to-day basis to meet production targets, ensure safe work practices and to undertake activities prescribed by the General Operations Manager and Glasshouse Manager to ensure crop health and efficient coordination of staff.You will be responsible for: Liaising with Glasshouse Manager regarding fruit picking requirements daily.Effective delegation of staff and managing Glasshouse Workers to complete daily tasks of picking and twisting & pruning.You will be expected to meet quality standards and timeframes with minimal downtime and ensure accurate recording of data using our BumperCrop/Priva software.Staff management of the annual pullout and replant of our capsicum crop in the complex.Regular training, development, and performance management of staff.Regular complex walks with SPL Growers to examine plants and learn about basic growing plans for the complex.Work with SPL Pest & Disease team who complete spraying, monitoring, and pest & disease management activities for the complex, ensuring quality enhancement of the crop.Arrange ongoing maintenance of the glasshouse complex and equipment.Understanding of health & safety and safe food handling practices, leading by example in the workplace. Be part of the management team involved in exciting future growth and changes, helping to manage relevant additional projects along the way.OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE:Relevant tertiary qualification in horticulture or a related field5+ Years of supervisory horticultural experienceAbility to be flexible with working hours to meet demands of peak production and work cycles, including some weekend work and statutory holidaysGrowsafe Certified with a current Forklift License would be advantageousAble to cope within a hot and humid environmentSelf-motivation and willingness to motivate othersKeen to learn, a practical thinker, and shows initiativeWHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?Well-established team and company with lots of knowledge about the industry, keen to develop its management teamJoin the company during this exciting time of growth and changeLife Cover Phone and/or plan providedWork in nature and beautiful surroundingsFree capsicum and snack cucumbers!If this role sounds like you, please "quick apply" for this job, attaching your CV and a cover letter explaining why you would be a good fit for the position. Your application will include the following questions: How many years' experience do you have as a Complex Manager? Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand? Do you have a current New Zealand driver's licence? How many years of people management experience do you have? What's your expected annual base salary? How much notice are you required to give your current employer? Which of the following forklift licences do you have? How many years' experience do you have as a Horticultural Tradesperson? Report this job advert Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
