Agronomy and Supply Coordinator

• Leading global brand with operations across Australia, Europe, Middle East, North & South America
• Work with industry leaders and learn about berry production!
• Located in Bundaberg, QLD

THE ROLE

Are you passionate about agronomy and ready to take your career to the next level? We are seeking an Agronomist to step into an exciting new role as an Agronomy and Supply Coordinator and become a key part of our dynamic team. This newly created, hybrid role combines technical agronomic expertise with regional supply coordination, playing a pivotal role in improving the production of Raspberries, Blackberries, Strawberries, and Blueberries in the QLD region. 

This role is the ideal steppingstone for a technical professional wanting to gain more exposure into the operational side of agribusiness. 

Your daily responsibilities will include:

• Field Agronomy and Production Guidance: Provide on-site, hands-on agronomic support to regional growers, ensuring best practices in plant and fruit production by conducting regular on-site field visual and plant health checks.
• Quality & Compliance: Conduct and record field quality checks on growers and the distribution centres. 
• Supply Coordination: Assist with the annual and long-term plant requirements plan and fruit supply forecast.
• Data Collection & Forecasting: Conduct weekly flower and berry counts, growing degree hours, and report to the Operations Manager to support short- and long-range forecasts. 
• Collaboration with Operational Teams: Work closely with the QLD Operations Manager and Driscoll’s operational teams to deliver business-critical support.

If you are passionate about agriculture, thrive in a hands-on, fast-paced environment, and have a keen eye for detail, we want to hear from you!

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

To be considered for this role, applicants will need to demonstrate capabilities in the following:

• Tertiary qualifications in Agronomy, Food or Plant Science are essential
• Previous experience/understanding in Horticulture is preferred
• Proficiency in the use of Excel 
• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work under limited supervision
• Ability to identify issues and develop effective countermeasures
• Ability to travel across regions within QLD
• Unrestricted drivers’ licence and unrestricted Australian working rights

ABOUT US

Driscoll’s Australia is an exciting joint venture company owned by Costa Group - Australia’s leading integrated growing and marketer of premium quality fresh produce and Driscoll’s (USA) – the world’s market leader in berries.  Partnering with a broad grower base across a national footprint, Driscoll’s Australia supplies year round delicious, branded berries to consumers using exclusively patented varieties developed by our joint venture partners breeding programs. Since our inception we have successfully achieved significant yearly growth and market share, enabling us to become the market leader in our category.

BENEFITS

Want to join Driscoll’s? Our passion for berries extends to nurturing our people, we invest in your growth and prosperity through various benefits:

• Paid Parental Leave: Up to 12 weeks’ pay for the primary carer and up to 2 weeks for the secondary carer.
• Mentoring and Coaching: Programs designed to support your professional development with our local and global teams
• Employee Reward and Recognition: Service recognition awards and access to perks and discounted products through our recognition program
• Annual Health Program: Seasonal flu shots onsite 
• Study Leave: Support your educational pursuits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Tailored well-being programs, confidential advice and big brand discounts!
• Novated Car Lease: Enjoy the convenience and savings on a novated lease

Experience the Driscoll’s difference. Apply now to connect with our friendly team and learn more about the exceptional employee experience at Driscoll’s.