Job Description

Based in Glossodia in the Hawkesbury Region of New South Wales, Gourmet Herbs Pty Ltd is a leading horticultural producer of hydroponically grown herbs and edible flowers for the Sydney Markets.

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We are seeking a reliable and motivated Assistant Farm Manager to join our team in a full-time, hands-on role.

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This position involves assisting with the daily operation of the farm, including picking and packing produce, maintaining the germination house and completing general grounds and property maintenance.

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Applicants must be able to arrange their own reliable transport to the workplace, as public transport is not available.

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Picking and packing herbs and edible flowers

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Looking after and maintaining the germination house

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Mowing, including operating a zero-turn mower

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Whipper snipping

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Hedging and pruning

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Weed spraying

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General grounds and property maintenance

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Assisting with other farm and production duties as required

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Assistant Farm Manager

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Based in Glossodia in the Hawkesbury Region of New South Wales, Gourmet Herbs Pty Ltd is a leading horticultural producer of hydroponically grown herbs and edible flowers for the Sydney Markets.

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We are seeking a reliable and motivated Assistant Farm Manager to join our team in a full-time, hands-on role.

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This position involves assisting with the daily operation of the farm, including picking and packing produce, maintaining the germination house and completing general grounds and property maintenance.

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Applicants must be able to arrange their own reliable transport to the workplace, as public transport is not available.

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Key duties

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- Picking and packing herbs and edible flowers
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- Looking after and maintaining the germination house
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- Mowing, including operating a zero-turn mower
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- Whipper snipping
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- Hedging and pruning
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- Weed spraying
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- General grounds and property maintenance
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- Assisting with other farm and production duties as required
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Required licences and attributes

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Applicants must have:

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- A current ChemCert accreditation
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- A current forklift licence
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- The ability to safely operate a zero-turn mower
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- A strong work ethic and reliable attendance
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- The physical capacity to undertake hands-on farm and grounds maintenance work
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- The ability to work outdoors and as part of a team
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- Reliable private transport
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- Full Australian working rights
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Previous horticultural experience is desirable but not essential, as training in Gourmet Herbs' work practices and procedures will be provided.

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Ordinary working hours

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This is a full time position working 38 ordinary hours per week across Monday to Saturday.

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Summer roster

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- Monday to Wednesday: 4.00 am to 10.30 am
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- Thursday and Friday: 4.00 am to 12.30 pm
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- Saturday: 4.00 am to 8.00 am
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Winter roster

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- Monday to Wednesday: 7.00 am to 1.30 pm
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- Thursday and Friday: 7.00 am to 3.30 pm
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- Saturday: 7.00 am to 11.00 am
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The Monday-to-Friday shifts include a 30-minute unpaid meal break. Start and finish times may vary slightly depending on seasonal and operational requirements.

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The successful applicant must be available to work the seasonal rosters shown above, including the regular Saturday shift.

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Drug and alcohol testing is a pre-employment requirement.

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Applicants must have full Australian working rights. Visa sponsorship is not available.

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Previous applicants need not apply.

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📌 Assistant Farm Manager (Full Time) (New South Wales)
🏢 Hendy HR Consulting
📍 New South Wales