Site Operations Manager

Grow your leadership career with Australia’s largest glasshouse producerRelocation or Sign-on Bonus on offer!Strategic leadership with hands-on operational impactAbout FlavoriteAt Flavorite, we’re proud to be Australia’s largest glasshouse producer of fresh, premium produce. We grow, market, distribute, and supply high-quality produce both nationally and internationally, driven by a commitment to sustainability, innovation, and excellence in plant cultivation. The driving force behind our story is our people. With over 1,200 team members across our sites, we’re passionate about supporting personal growth and career development. Our goal is to grow the most flavoursome produce in the most sustainable way. We foster a safe, inclusive, and connected environment where every individual feels empowered to contribute and grow alongside us. We invest in innovation, growth, and most importantly, our people!What you will be doing and delivering As Site Manager, you’ll lead day-to-day operations at our Katunga site. Reporting to the Northern Region Operations Manager, you will drive site performance, lead cross-functional teams, and ensure production, growing, harvesting, and crop care activities meet the highest standards of quality and efficiency. This is a critical leadership role requiring on-call availability (24/7) to respond to operational needs.Your Key ResponsibilitiesSite Leadership: Inspire, lead and develop teams across Growing, IPM, Harvesting, Crop Care and ProductionOperational Oversight: Ensure smooth day-to-day operations, including planning, execution and reportingPeople Leadership: Drive a high-performance culture; support the full employee lifecycle in collaboration with HRHealth & Safety: Champion a culture of safety, wellbeing, and compliance, partnering with OHS teams and site leadersStrategy & Planning: Align site goals with regional business strategy and drive continuous improvement initiativesData-Driven Decision Making: Manage budgeting, reporting, and performance tracking to deliver business outcomesSustainability & Quality: Ensure growing strategies promote sustainability, crop quality, and optimal yieldWhat You’ll BringTertiary qualifications in Horticulture, Agriculture, Business, or a related field (desirable).Minimum 5 years’ operational leadership experience, managing a large workforce within dynamic operations.Solid understanding of Fair Work legislation, modern awards, and employment relations (highly regarded).Strong commercial acumen with experience in budgeting, planning, and performance management.Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skillsProven ability to lead change, build strong teams, and deliver measurable outcomes.High energy, strong judgment, and a passion for innovation and improvementWhy join Flavorite? At Flavorite, we’re committed to building an inclusive and diverse team that reflects the communities that enjoy our fresh and delicious produce. We want people to feel they belong and can bring their whole selves to work. We provide a collaborative environment for our people with a keen focus on innovation, growth and continuous improvement. Our Perks & Benefits Retail Perks: Save on hundreds of everyday items, including groceries, fuel, movie tickets, homewares, electronics and more through exclusive discounts.Wellness Discounts: Access a variety of offers to support your physical, mental, and financial well-being, plus helpful resources on topics like budgeting, saving for your first home, and improving sleep.Lifestyle Benefits: Enjoy savings on health insurance, gym memberships, superannuation, and home loans, with easy access to our wellness resources and discounts.Fresh Produce Giveaways: Regular team giveaways of fresh produce at our farm sitesRecognition & Rewards: We celebrate service anniversaries, special milestones, and team achievements with recognition and rewards.Community Involvement: Get involved in our volunteering initiatives and give back to our community.We’re growing. That means you can too. We’re expanding beyond 100 hectares in the next five years and we’re growing careers just as fast. Whether you're upskilling, stepping up, or chasing new goals, we’re here to grow with you. We’re Serious About Sustainability. With over 30 years of growing experience, we set ourselves apart by our flavour and sustainability through our greenhouse-grown produce and our investment in cutting-edge technology.Equal Opportunity Employer Flavorite is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.Please note:Applications will only be considered from candidates who have the right to work in Australia. We kindly request that recruitment agencies refrain from contacting us regarding this vacancy.