Apiary Supervisor / Beekeeper (Full-Time) Location: Tintinara, SA Employer: Hooper Honey Trust Employment Type: Full-Time (40 hours/week seasonal overtime) AUD $90,000 - $95,000 per annum Our client, Hooper Honey Trust is seeking a motivated and reliable Apiary Supervisor / Beekeeper to join their team. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys outdoor work, values teamwork, and is open to continuous learning in a dynamic agricultural environment. Due to the seasonal nature of beekeeping, flexibility with working hours and overtime is essential. ____ Key Responsibilities - Oversee monitoring and maintenance of honeybee health and record keeping - Manage honey harvesting and hive operations in the field - Monitor production targets related to honey extraction and processing - Coordinate hive movements across sites - Operate and maintain beekeeping equipment - Conduct hive assessments for pollination readiness - Ensure compliance with QA processes and biosecurity requirements - Develop queen breeding strategies and hive genetic improvement programs - Supervise and train apiary workers ____ About You - No allergy to bees (essential) - Willing to relocate to Tintinara or live within commuting distance - Experience in supervising or leading staff in an apiary or agricultural setting - Strong knowledge of hive management, bee health, biosecurity, and QA requirements - Ability to coordinate daily operations and allocate tasks effectively - Strong communication, organisation, and record-keeping skills - Ability to train and mentor junior workers - Ability to monitor production targets and report outcomes - Current driver's licence (HR/HC licence highly regarded) - Comfortable with rural and outdoor work ____ What We Offer - Competitive salary aligned with the Pastoral Award (MA000035) - Accommodation option: 3-bedroom brick home available in Tintinara - All required PPE provided - Work-related travel expenses covered - Comprehensive onboarding and employee handbook - Ongoing training and career development opportunities - Pathways for progression and above-award wage growth based on performance ____ Our Values - Positive, energetic work attitude - Respect for seasonal operations and landholder relationships - Strong teamwork and integrity - Growth mindset and willingness to learn - High standards of cleanliness, organisation, and attention to detail
