Pack Shed Manager

Pack Shed Manager

Full-Time 62100 - 75900 $ / year (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead packing shed operations, ensuring efficient fruit handling and logistics.
  • Company: Costa, a global leader in fresh produce with a commitment to sustainability.
  • Benefits: Competitive pay, supportive culture, and opportunities for career growth.
  • Other info: Permanent full-time role with potential for flexible hours during peak seasons.
  • Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make an impact in the horticultural industry.
  • Qualifications: Experience in pack shed operations and strong leadership skills.

The predicted salary is between 62100 - 75900 $ per year.

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Costa is a global leading grower, packer and marketer ofpremium-quality fresh fruit and vegetables.

Our success is built on acommitment to excellence, innovation and sustainability across every part ofour business.

Costa’s Berry Category operates farms and packing facilitiesacross Australia, producing premium-quality berries for customers andconsumers.

Our Far North Queensland operations form an important part of ourgrowing network, supported by experienced farming, harvesting, quality andoperational teams.

At Costa, ourpeople are our strength. When you join us, you’ll enjoy

  • A key operational leadership role within Costa’s FNQ operations
  • Competitive pay, supportive management and a greatteam culture
  • Opportunities to grow your skills and career withina leading horticultural business
  • Exposure to high-volume packing, cooling andlogistics operations
  • A diverse workforce within a dynamic and fast-pacedenvironment
  • What we are looking for

We’re seeking an experienced Pack Shed Manager to lead ourpacking shed and post-harvest operations in Far North Queensland.

Reporting to the Regional Manager, this role is responsiblefor the efficient movement of fruit from receival through to dispatch.

You’lloversee packing, cooling, storage and logistics coordination while ensuringfruit is handled in line with quality, customer and timeframe requirements.

Working closely with the Harvest Manager and other keystakeholders, you’ll align harvest volumes, packing capacity and customerdemand while driving continuous improvement across post-harvest operations.

We’re looking for an organised and hands-on operationalleader who can balance changing harvest volumes, labour requirements, dispatchtimeframes, product quality and cost considerations.

The successful candidatewill also be confident identifying bottlenecks and improving performance withina high-volume, time-sensitive environment.

This is a permanent full-time position based in the Athertonregion. Flexibility and extended working hours may be required during peakharvest periods.

  • What you’ll do
  • Lead and coordinate packing shed activities, including packing, cooling, storage and dispatch
  • Ensure fruit is handled efficiently and withinrequired timeframes to maximise quality, yield and operational performance
  • Optimise pack line performance, labour utilisation, throughput and resource allocation
  • Oversee cool chain management from harvest throughto dispatch
  • Coordinate dispatch and order fulfilment in linewith customer requirements and schedules
  • Work closely with harvest, quality, supply chain, marketing and transport teams to align supply and demand
  • Monitor pack shed performance, operational costsand resource utilisation
  • Identify and implement opportunities to improveefficiency and reduce operational bottlenecks
  • Coordinate packaging supplies and maintain stocklevels in line with production requirements
  • Oversee the maintenance of pack shed facilities, plant and equipment
  • Maintain accurate operational records and providetimely performance reporting
  • Lead food safety, quality, compliance and workplacehealth and safety outcomes across post-harvest operations
  • What you’ll bring
  • Experience in pack shed, logistics or post-harvestoperations
  • Experience managing teams and labour within anoperational environment
  • Strong knowledge of fresh produce handling, coolchain management and supply chain processes
  • Knowledge of food safety, quality assurance andcompliance requirements
  • The ability to analyse performance information anddrive operational improvements
  • Strong planning, organisation and time-managementskills
  • Effective communication and stakeholder-managementcapability
  • Strong computer literacy and reporting skills
  • A strong commitment to workplace safety, foodsafety, quality and operational accountability

A qualification in agribusiness, logistics or a relateddiscipline will be highly regarded. A forklift licence is also desirable.

Costa is seeking applicants who can demonstrate their behaviour in line with the Costa Values ( About - Costa Group )

  • Growing fresh, nutritious produce loved by all
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Pack Shed Manager employer: Costa Group

Costa is an exceptional employer, dedicated to the welfare and wellbeing of its employees, particularly those from the Pacific Islands. With a strong focus on employee support, a collaborative work culture, and opportunities for personal growth, Costa ensures that all workers feel valued and safe during their time in Australia. The company’s commitment to sustainable practices and innovation in agriculture further enhances the rewarding experience of working in a dynamic and caring environment.

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We think you need these skills to ace Pack Shed Manager

Operational Leadership
Pack Shed Management
Post-Harvest Operations
Logistics Coordination
Quality Assurance
Cool Chain Management
Supply Chain Processes