• Support the farming operations of Summerland Farm
• Macadamia and avocado crops
• Join a leading Disability Organisation — formerly known as 'House with no Steps'
• Do you have experience working in the Disability sector? Keep reading.
• Full time position, 38 hours per week
• Salary Packaging available

about us

Summerland Farm is located on a beautiful macadamia and avocado farm, set high on the hills of the Alstonville plateau, overlooking the Ballina coastline.

This multi-award-winning attraction is a business of Aruma, committed to innovation, continuous improvement and building strong relationships through inclusive employment opportunities for people with disability. 

About the role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and engaging star to join our team!

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated individual to join the Summerland Farm team, in the role of Team Leader, Farm.

In this role you will provide effective supervision and support to a small team to carry out day to day operations of our avocado and macadamia farming business (14,000 tree orchard). During lull periods in farm production, you will support other horticulture businesses, and support the workshop to service the Summerland Farm plant and equipment fleet.

The position will be required to be available for some shift work, including some occasional weekends for peak periods (peak harvest season).

This role will suit someone with experience in farming, particularly fruit crops and who may also have some experience with basic vehicle and equipment repairs and maintenance, welding and steel work etc.

This role has the extra benefits of salary packaging, a fitness passport and great industry conditions, all while working in a beautiful location and contributing to a business that makes a difference!

What success will look like:

• Team members are supported to be upskilled in their roles and are positively engaged in the Business
• Demonstrate effective leadership of day-to-day operations of the farm business, and workshop operations
• Produce strong orchard management and harvest outcomes
• Business growth opportunities are maximised
• Plant and equipment downtime for repairs and maintenance are minimised
• Business customers are engaged and receive a positive experience on the farm
• Positive team relationships are facilitated with cooperation and collaboration, reflecting our values, and producing effective team results
• Supported Employment outcomes are achieved through supporting employees with training, learning and development

Essential Criteria

• Demonstrated commitment to the Aruma Code of Conduct
• Experience in farming, particularly avocado and macadamia crops
• Sufficient physical fitness to meet the manual handling and environmental requirements of the position
• Demonstrated experience in supervising employees and or teams
• Excellent customer service
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Sound organisational skills and ability to prioritise work of a small team
• A current Australian driver's license
• NDIS Worker Screening Check clearance
• A confirmation record of COVID-19 vaccination (doses 1 & 2)

Nice to have:

• Formal leadership training (such as Cert IV or Diploma of Frontline Management)
• Trade qualifications/ certifications in mechanics, welding, or metal fabrication, auto mechanic
• Previous experience working with people with disabilities.
• Experience in vehicle and equipment repairs and maintenance, as well as welding and steel work
• MR license

Please apply if being part of a supportive farming operation and demonstrating a positive attitude towards the promotion of supporting people with disabilities is for you!

We will be actively shortlisting during the advertising period, and reserve the right to close this advert prior to the closing date.

This role has been re-advertised; previous applicants need not apply.

to apply

Please follow the Apply Now link below.

Only applicants with the right to work in Australia will be considered. Shortlisted applications will be required to undergo pre-employment probity checks. We will be actively shortlisting during the advertising period and reserve the right to close this advert prior to the advertised date.

Aruma is a Child Safe Organisation and an EEO Employer.
Shortlisted applications will be required to undergo pre-employment and criminal history checks.

Further enquiries please contact Shaun Reynolds at [email protected] using the subject line: Team Leader - Macadamia / Avocado Farm - Alstonville enquiry via EthicalJobs.