Based in Northern NSW, Mountain Blue is a family-owned business with a global reputation for breeding the world's best-tasting blueberries. Our plant varieties are grown in over 30 countries, and our operations span Farming, Genetics, Marketing, and Nursery across nine national sites. Join a team that's shaping the future of horticulture.
About the Role
We're looking for an experienced and hands-on Nursery Manager to lead daily operations at our Lindendale Nursery. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, you'll take ownership of everything from propagation and plant production through to staff leadership, customer order fulfilment, and R&D; support.
This is a role for someone who loves being on the ground — someone who can lead a team, troubleshoot plant health issues in real time, and keep production targets on track without sacrificing quality.
What You'll Be Doing
Oversee day-to-day nursery operations including propagation, potting, irrigation, nutrition, and dispatch
Manage propagation programs for Blueberries, Raspberries, Blackberries, and other crops as required.
Monitor plant health and coordinate crop protection and IPM programs
Lead, supervise, and develop nursery staff and seasonal labour
Work with the Plant Supply team to fulfil customer orders on time and to specification




Collaborate with R&D; Managers to support breeding programs and trial plant requirements
Maintain NIASA compliance, accurate records, and quality assurance standards
Assist with budget management, labour planning, and operational reporting
What You'll Bring
Proven hands-on experience in commercial nursery production — Blueberry, Rubus, or soft fruit experience highly regarded
Strong propagation skills and understanding of growing, irrigation, fertigation, and substrate management
Demonstrated ability to lead and supervise teams in a production environment
Solid organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and production schedules
Experience working within NIASA or similar accreditation frameworks (preferred)
Good communication skills and a collaborative working style
Computer literacy and attention to detail in record-keeping
Current First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
Why Join Mountain Blue?
Be part of a purpose-driven company at the forefront of berry breeding and plant production
Work in a collaborative environment alongside agronomy, R&D;, and horticulture specialists
Genuine opportunity to grow and develop your career in nursery management
Stable, full time role based at our Lindendale site
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