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Join Our Team as a Farm Supervisor at Vermeulen Farms Limited!

Are you passionate about agriculture and looking for an exciting opportunity to lead a dedicated team? Vermeulen Farms Limited is seeking a motivated and experienced Farm Supervisor to join our vibrant operation in beautiful Kingsport, NS. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a knack for organization and communication, we want to hear from you!

About the Job

As a Farm Supervisor, you will play a crucial role in overseeing our diverse farming operations, which include floriculture production and fruit and vegetable combination farming. This seasonal position offers a dynamic work environment where you will coordinate and supervise a team of 11-15 general farm workers and harvesting laborers.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain financial and production records to ensure operational efficiency.
• Coordinate and supervise the work of general farm workers and harvesting laborers.
• Ensure adherence to farm safety and bio-security procedures.
• Maintain quality control and production records.
• Supervise and oversee growing and other crop-related operations.
• Maintain work records and logs.
• Hire and train staff to foster a skilled workforce.
• Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment.
• Perform general farm duties as needed.

Work Environment

This role will require you to work outdoors in a hot environment, engaging in physically demanding tasks while meeting tight deadlines. You will be part of a team that values attention to detail and a commitment to excellence.

Requirements

• Work Term: Seasonal
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 40 to 60 hours per week
• Education: College/CEGEP
• Experience: 2 to less than 3 years in a similar role

Asset Languages

• Spanish; Castilian

Certificates and Licenses

• First Aid Certificate
• Pesticide Applicator's Licence

Type of Crops

• Apples
• Asparagus
• Bell peppers
• Cucumbers
• Strawberries
• Zucchinis

Equipment and Machinery Experience

• Automated irrigation system
• Fertilizer applicator
• Seed drill
• Sprayer or duster
• Tractor
• Vegetable or fruit harvester
• Forklift

Transportation and Travel Information

• Valid driver's licence required.

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Ability to work under pressure
• Physically demanding tasks
• Attention to detail is essential

Personal Suitability

• Excellent oral communication skills
• Highly organized
• Team player with a positive attitude

Financial Benefits

• Bonus opportunities available.

Salary

$20.00 to $30.00 hourly (to be negotiated)

Location

Kingsport, NS

If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge and contribute to the success of Vermeulen Farms Limited, we encourage you to apply! Join us in cultivating a brighter future in agriculture.

Disclaimer: Please note that the job posting you are about to read has been automatically generated by OpenAI based on a brief description sourced from the Job Bank.