Groundwork & Cultivation Supervisor

Groundwork & Cultivation Supervisor

LeaderBrand is one of New Zealand's leading fresh produce companies, growing and supplying quality vegetables to customers nationwide. We are passionate about producing fresh food for a healthier world and are looking for a motivated Groundwork & Cultivation Supervisor to join our Gisborne operations team.

About the Role Reporting to the Groundwork Manager, you will play a key leadership role in delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality groundwork, cultivation, and block preparation activities. Working closely with production, agronomy, irrigation, planting, and engineering teams, you will help ensure land is prepared to the highest standard for successful crop establishment. This is a hands-on position where you'll lead daily field operations, coordinate people and machinery, monitor work quality, and support continuous improvement across the operation. Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily cultivation, groundwork, and block preparation activities
• Lead and support tractor operators, groundwork operators, and seasonal staff
• Coordinate labour, machinery, and equipment to meet operational plans
• Monitor soil preparation, bed quality, drainage, and block readiness
• Promote and maintain high standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance
• Support machinery maintenance and report equipment issues promptly
• Communicate progress, challenges, and operational requirements with key stakeholders

About You

• Experience in agriculture, horticulture, cultivation, or field operations
• Strong knowledge of soil preparation, cultivation practices, and machinery operation
• Proven leadership ability with a hands-on approach
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills
• Able to work effectively in changing weather and seasonal conditions
• Committed to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• Forklift, WTR, Class 1 or Class 2 licences are advantageous

Why Join LeaderBrand?

• Be part of a successful, family-owned New Zealand business
• Work with a passionate and supportive team
• Opportunity to develop your leadership and operational skills
• Play a vital role in producing quality fresh food for New Zealanders

If you're ready to take the next step in your agricultural or horticultural career and enjoy leading from the front, we'd love to hear from you. Apply with your CV now and grow your future with LeaderBrand.