Summerland Farm | Alstonville, NSW
We're looking for a hands-on team leader to run the day-to-day work in our macadamia dehusking shed.
You'll work alongside the team, organise the day's work and help keep the shed running safely and smoothly.
Work options: Team Leader – Macadamia Dehusking
Why join Summerland Farm?
You'll work alongside a team that processes macadamias for Northern Rivers growers.
At Summerland Farm, part of Aruma, you'll help create a supportive workplace where people with disability can build their skills, contribute to the team and take pride in their work.
If you enjoy working with machinery and helping a team to get the job done we'd like to hear from you.
Experience in a packing shed, on a farm, in food production or in a similar hands-on role is welcome.
About the Role
You'll oversee daily operations across our post-harvest facilities, ensuring products are processed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.
You'll also lead and mentor a diverse team, including employees with disability, helping create meaningful and rewarding employment outcome.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading macadamia dehusking operations
Trouble shooting equipment
Coordinating seasonal and permanent team members
Ensuring quality, food safety, traceability, and production standards are met
Managing workflow, productivity, and team performance
Building capability through coaching and practical support
Maintaining a secure, positive, and inclusive workplace culture.
About You
We're looking for someone who:
Preferably have experience in agriculture, horticulture, food production, packing sheds, or post-harvest operations
Enjoys leading teams and creating positive workplace culture
Understands the rhythm of seasonal agricultural operations




Takes pride in delivering high-quality products and customer outcomes
Values community, inclusion, and supporting others to succeed
Wants to build long-term relationships within the Northern Rivers agricultural sector.
Mechanically minded
What You'll Love About This Opportunity
Work close to home in the Northern Rivers
Be part of a well-respected local organisation with strong community roots
Support meaningful employment opportunities for people with disability
Build relationships with more than 100 local growers, businesses, and community partners
Combine commercial agriculture with genuine social impact
Enjoy variety across fruit packing, macadamia processing, team leadership, and operational improvement.
Join a Farm That Gives Back
At Summerland Farm, success isn't measured solely by tonnes processed or production targets achieved.
It's measured by the opportunities we create, the people we support, and the positive impact we make across the Northern Rivers community every day.
If you're passionate about agriculture, leadership, and making a difference locally, we'd love to hear from you.
Join a team that's helping grow produce, careers, and stronger communities.
Our Commitment
At Aruma, we're committed to building a workforce that reflects the community we serve.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are focused on creating an inclusive, high-performing workplace.
Our Recruitment Approach
We review applications as they come in and move quickly to interview great candidates, so we encourage you to apply early.
While we include an indicative closing date, roles may close sooner if we find the right person.
Applications received later in the process may not progress.
If you're unsuccessful and would value feedback, please feel welcome to reach out to our Talent team.
Closing Date: Friday 4th December ****
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📌 Team Leader (Dehusking) (New South Wales)
🏢 Aruma
📍 New South Wales