Why This Role? Lead one of Australia’s most advanced vegetable seedling operations State-of-the-art nursery with modern growing systems Autonomy to run your own department and shape outcomes Genuine development and leadership progression Prime location – approx. 32km south-west of Melbourne CBD Your Employer Our client is a highly respected wholesale nursery producing premium vegetable seedlings for commercial farming customers across Victoria and regional Australia. Established in the 1990s, the business has grown into one of the most renowned vegetable seedling nurseries in the country, underpinned by technical excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. This is a forward-thinking organisation that values: Modern systems and data-driven growing practices A collaborative, inclusive workplace culture Long-term investment in people, capability, and leadership The Opportunity As Head Grower, you will lead the growing function and play a pivotal role in ensuring all crops are produced to specification, on time, and to the highest quality standards. Reporting into senior leadership, this is a hands-on leadership role with genuine influence across production planning, quality, and operational outcomes. You will also represent the business at industry field days and seminars, remaining connected to best practice and emerging trends. Key Responsibilities Lead and oversee the production of vegetable seedlings across the nursery Maintain optimal growing conditions to consistently meet quality and delivery specifications Manage irrigation, moisture, nutrition, pest and disease programs Drive plant health, uniformity, and overall crop performance Maintain high standards of nursery hygiene, safety, and housekeeping Work closely with sowing, dispatch, and other internal teams to meet customer requirements Complete daily production records, reporting, and provide regular updates to senior management About You You are an experienced grower with a strong technical foundation and a practical, lead-from-the-front leadership style. You take ownership, value structure and standards, and enjoy developing people while delivering commercial outcomes. You will bring: Bachelor qualification in Horticulture, Agronomy, or similar Proven grower experience, ideally within vegetable seedlings or nursery operations (preference) Current Farm Chemical User’s Certificate Current driver’s licence Experience with computerised / automated irrigation systems (Priva highly regarded) Forklift licence (desirable) Strong commitment to safety, systems, and operational discipline The Bottom Line This is an outstanding opportunity to step into a senior growing leadership role within a highly respected, technically advanced nursery—offering autonomy, influence, and long-term career development in a business that genuinely invests in its people.Choose Agri TalentAgri Talent provides permanent recruitment and executive search services exclusively for Australian agribusiness. Our extensive digital network connects quality candidates to diverse and exciting roles with respected clients across Australia's agriculture sector.
