Jasper Farms, operating three orchards across the Busselton region, is one of Australia’s leading avocado growers. We're committed to producing premium-quality fruit through the continuous improvement of our sustainable orchard management practices.

An exciting opportunity is now available for an Assistant Orchard Manager to join our leadership team at our Jasper Road orchard. This role would suit a proactive, results-driven and motivated person wishing to develop a career in horticulture.

About the role

This is a unique opportunity. Working alongside the Orchard Manager, you'll play a key role in a significant orchard redevelopment project to establish a new, state-of-the-art avocado orchard before transitioning into a long-term orchard management position focused on fruit quality, people leadership and continuous improvement.

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

- Assist in planning, coordinating and delivering the orchard redevelopment safely, efficiently and within agreed timelines
- Coordinate and supervise contractors undertaking orchard removal tasks, land preparation, irrigation installation, infrastructure works and tree planting
- Work with survey, engineering, technical and agronomy teams to implement GPS-guided orchard layouts and infrastructure.
- Support GPS-based field operations, including mapping, row layout and orchard establishment.
- Maintain accurate project records and report on productivity and resource utilisation.
- Support implementation of the Orchard Management Plan as redevelopment transitions into full production.
- Lead, train and mentor employees and contractors to meet safety, quality and productivity objectives.




- Work with the technical team and agronomy consultants to develop and deliver best practice.
- Support the Pruning Supervisor with sustainable tree training and pruning programs to maximise tree health, crop load and fruit quality
- Coordinate contractors and maintain relationships with suppliers and stakeholders
- Contribute to continuous improvement across safety, quality, environmental and operational performance
- Maintain accurate operational records, productivity data and inventory of fertilisers, chemicals and supplies
- Oversee the irrigation schedule and assist with maintenance as required
- Safely operate essential machinery
- Complying with workplace health and safety policies and programs.

About you You’re a self-starter, organised and hands-on leader who works well in a fast-paced agricultural environment. You communicate effectively, build robust working relationships and are passionate about improving systems, developing people and delivering results.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

- Minimum 3 years' experience working on a large-scale orchard in a similar role.
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to complete multiple concurrent tasks on time and effectively through thorough planning and prioritisation
- Attention to detail to ensure accurate reporting and maintenance of necessary records




- Ability to effectively communicate with a diverse workforce
- Ability to supervise, train, coach and mentor other employees and contractors
- A drive for continuous improvement and problem solving, keeping up to date with research and benchmarking data
- A current driver's licence
- Experience operating and maintaining agricultural and earth moving machinery

Desirable qualifications and skills:
- Experience working on orchard establishment, redevelopment or large-scale agricultural development projects
- Experience working with GPS guidance systems, field mapping and precision agriculture equipment
- Experience interpreting orchard development plans, layouts and specifications
- Forklift licence
- Chemical handling certificate
- First aid certificate
- Qualification in Agriculture or Horticulture
- Experience with computerised irrigation systems

What We Offer This is an exciting opportunity to join one of Australia's leading avocado producers during a significant period of investment and growth.

You'll have the opportunity to:

- Lead and contribute to a major orchard redevelopment project
- Build a long-term career pathway into orchard management
- Work alongside an experienced, collaborative leadership team
- Be part of a progressive business committed to sustainability and continuous improvement
- Earn a competitive remuneration package based on your skills and experience
- Join a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace culture

If you wish to become a valued member of the team, please click APPLY NOW to send in a resume and cover letter. We are currently accepting applications from direct applicants only. No agency referrals will be accepted at this stage.

📌 Assistant Orchard Manager (Busselton)
🏢 Primary Growth
📍 Busselton