About Premier Fresh Australia
Premier Fresh Australia is one of the nation’s leading fresh produce supply chain companies, delivering high-quality fruit and vegetables to customers both locally and internationally. With a strong focus on excellence, innovation and collaboration, we’re proud to offer a workplace that values and supports its people.
You don’t need to meet every requirement — if you’re a good fit and eager to grow, we want to hear from you.
Job Description
Who we are looking for…. Our ideal candidate will be a proactive and hands-on leader with the ability to coordinate a team in a fast-moving environment, driving the successful performance of operations for our fruit farm in Lambells Lagoon.
Your responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following components:
Support the Operations Manager in leading and managing the packshed team, driving continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
Oversee daily operational activities to ensure orders are picked, packed, and dispatched in full and on time
Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and legislative requirements across all operational processes
Organising operations activities ensuring objectives and targets are achieved within required time frames.
Manage quality control, grading, ripening, packing, weighing, and labelling of fresh produce
Maintain accurate inventory, reporting, and documentation, ensuring robust internal controls
Promote a safe, high-performance workplace aligned with company policies
Desired Skills and Experience
The successful candidate will demonstrate the following capabilities:
Experience in a similar position and/or farming environment is preferred.
A respectful and considerate leader with strong interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of technical and industry standards including safety & quality standards.
Excellent leadership and problem solving skills - working with a wide range of people to drive team culture.
Knowledge of machinery, equipment maintenance and farming practices.
Be a champion of health & safety with a focus on continuous improvement.
Forklift & HR Truck licence preferred, or a willingness to obtain.