SMART Collective Pty Limited - Burradoo NSW

The Orchard Manager/Lead manages the small citrus and apple orchard throughout the annual growing cycle, as well as an extensive number of fruit/tree/plant varieties in the communal garden, and demonstrates regenerative horticultural practices. This role combines hands-on orchard and garden management with education and demonstration responsibilities at Burradoo Park Farm in the Southern Highlands.

Key responsibilities

Manage the citrus and apple orchard including pruning, feeding, mulching, weed control and soil health

Monitor tree health, pests, disease and environmental conditions

Coordinate irrigation and water management

Manage flowering, fruit set, thinning and crop development

Coordinate harvesting, sorting, storage and appropriate use of fruit

Maintain orchard records, including varieties, tree health, yields and seasonal observations

Take responsibility for the establishment, care and ongoing management of the 79 different fruit/tree/plant varieties in the communal garden

Develop seasonal planting, propagation and maintenance plans

Apply and demonstrate regenerative horticultural practices including composting,



mulching and integrated pest management

Provide practical demonstrations and explanations to visitors, volunteers and education groups

Develop annual and seasonal work plans and coordinate casual staff, volunteers or farm hands

Maintain equipment and ensure secure work practices

About you

Ability to manage the small citrus and apple orchard throughout the annual growing cycle

Experience with pruning, feeding, mulching, weed control and soil health management

Knowledge of monitoring tree health, pests and disease

Experience with irrigation and water management

Ability to maintain accurate records including varieties, tree health, yields and seasonal observations

Knowledge of regenerative horticultural practices

Ability to provide practical demonstrations and explanations to visitors, volunteers and education groups

Experience coordinating casual staff, volunteers or farm hands

Ability to develop and implement seasonal orchard management plans

Capacity to work 4-5 days a week, including at least one weekend day

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📌 Orchard Manager/Lead (Burradoo)
🏢 SMART Collective Pty
📍 Burradoo