Permanent Leading Hand - Apples Gisborne Craigmore Listed 15 days agoListing Description LocationLocation Gisborne, GisborneJob typeJob type Full timeDurationDuration PermanentDescription About CraigmoreCraigmore works with global capital partners to build and manage more than 25,000ha of farm, orchard, and forest businesses in Aotearoa New Zealand. With over $1 billion of assets under management and growing, Craigmore's aim is to be a long-term producer of high-quality food and forest products whilst managing the land sustainably and helping to build strong rural communities.See http://www.craigmore.com for an in-depth look at our businesses.We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Leading Hand to join our Gisborne team!The successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of in-field operations including pest and disease, staff supervision, record keeping, harvest and machinery tasks. They will cover in house training, induction of teams, running of teams and general orchard practice leadership. This role will require general knowledge of all growing aspects of apple production and quality control. This is a safety sensitive role.Competencies required to be successful include:Strong leadership skills and ability to motivate a teamExcellent communication and organisational abilitiesIdeally qualified in the National Certificate in Horticulture Level 4 or pursuing certificationAbility to work in a fast-paced and physically demanding environmentTo train staff in seasonal tasks and developing and maintaining team and company cultureMechanical aptitude and operational abilityTree husbandry and horticultural knowledgeGood time management and able to work to daily deadlines while under pressureSafety comes first attitude, with timely reporting skills to identify hazards and risk in the field and beyondAbility to implement and communicate job sheetsAccurate and detailed reporting, recording, and scoring to effectively quality control tasksSupervisory capabilityFamiliar with GPSFamiliar with pip fruit pest and disease best practice, identification, and control methodsWe offer competitive remuneration, ongoing training and development opportunities, and a supportive team environment.If you have a passion for the apple industry and a desire to take your career to the next level as a Leading Hand, apply today!To enquire in strict confidence about this role, or to request a Position Description, please send an email to mailto:****** to ApplyIf this sounds like you, please submit your cover letter and CV through the 'Apply Now' button portal on this site.Apply online for this role or contact Craigmore for more information.#J-18808-Ljbffr
