SummaryAbout the opportunity This is a rare opportunity for an experienced operations, production or nursery leader to take ownership of an established and important Tasmanian operation.
Based in Perth, Tasmania, you'll lead a high-volume nursery and seed centre responsible for producing millions of seedlings and maintaining critical seed resources that support forestry operations across the state.
Importantly, you don't need to come from forestry.
We're interested in leaders from nursery production, horticulture, agriculture, tree crops, intensive production or other comparable environments who understand how to bring together people, planning, safety and production performance.
With an experienced team and established systems already in place, this role offers the prospect to build on a strong foundation while bringing your own leadership style and ideas to the operation.Job DescriptionWhat you'll be responsible forYou'll have broad ownership of the site, with responsibility spanning people, production, safety, budgets and customer outcomes.
Your focus will include:Leading and developing the nursery and seed centre teamPlanning production, labour and resources to meet seasonal requirementsDriving a strong safety culture and consistent operational standardsManaging budgets, costs and productivityBuilding capability and succession within the teamWorking closely with internal stakeholders, customers, contractors and suppliersIdentifying opportunities to improve systems,



efficiency and performanceWhat we're looking forWe're looking for a capable operational leader who enjoys running a business unit and developing people.
You may currently be working as a Nursery Manager, Production Manager, Operations Manager, Farm Manager or in a similar leadership position.
Ideally, you'll bring:Experience leading people within a production-based environmentStrong planning and organisational capabilityConfidence managing labour, budgets and operational prioritiesA practical understanding of safety and risk managementStrong communication and stakeholder management skillsExposure to horticulture, nursery production, agriculture, forestry or tree crops will be highly regardedFormal qualifications in horticulture, agriculture or a related discipline are advantageous, but practical leadership and operational capability are equally importantWhy consider this role?
This is more than a nursery management position.
It's an opportunity to take responsibility for an established operation with significant production scale, an experienced team and genuine strategic importance.
The role offers:An attractive remuneration package commensurate with experienceCompany vehicleMonday-Friday working weekFlexible start and finish arrangementsLong-term stability with an established Tasmanian organisationA genuine succession opportunity with scope to shape the operation into the futureAgri TalentAgri Talent provides permanent recruitment and executive search services exclusively for Australian agribusiness.
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📌 Production Nursery Manager (Tasmania)
🏢 Agri Talent Pty
📍 Tasmania