If you love the idea of overseeing an entire harvest using some of the most advanced machinery out there, this is the job for you. As a Harvest Operations Supervisor, you’re in charge of making sure everything goes smoothly during the busiest time on the farm. You’ll lead a team, keep machines working, and make sure the harvest is done right. There’s nothing more rewarding than seeing a job well done!
Job Titles
- Harvest Manager
- Crop Operations Supervisor
- Harvest Machinery Supervisor
Core Tasks
- Oversee the harvesting process and schedule.
- Lead, motivate and supervise machinery operators and field staff.
- Ensure equipment is properly maintained and operational.
- Monitor crop quality and efficiency of harvest to ensure harvesting plans and targets are met
- Handle post-harvest logistics and planning
Personal (Soft) Skills
- Mechanically minded
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability
- Problem Solving
Study Pathway / Education Providers
Learning from the ground up with a hands-on approach will get you into this role. Add some study in Agriculture to work your way up to Supervisory or Managerial roles.
Courses to explore include:
- Cert II, III, IV or Diploma in Agriculture
- AUR30420 – Certificate III in Agricultural Mechanical technology