Farm Supervisor (Langley)

Farm Supervisor (Langley)

02 Oct
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Myers Organic Farms
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Langley

02 Oct

Myers Organic Farms

Langley

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Farm Supervisor to oversee daily operations on our agricultural property. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of organic farm management practices, including crop maintenance, irrigation, and the operation of heavy machinery. This role requires hands-on leadership and the ability to work collaboratively with farm staff to ensure the successful cultivation and harvesting of vegetables and blueberries.

Duties

- Direct and supervise daily farm operations in the greenhouse, fields, and processing areas.
- Organize work and manage tasks ensuring that tasks are completed efficiently and effectively.
- Maintain and irrigate crops, ensuring optimal growth conditions are met. This can also include seeding, planting, and weeding.
- Monitor crop health and implement pest control measures when necessary.
- Lead harvesting operations.
- Drive a tractor, 5 ton truck, or other farm equipment.
- Operate heavy equipment and farm machinery for plowing, discing, and rototilling.
- Conduct regular inspections of equipment and tools. Report or perform basic maintenance as needed.
- Utilize power tools and hand tools for various farming tasks, including planting, weeding, and harvesting.
- Manage the scheduling of farm staff to ensure adequate coverage for all tasks. This can also include transporting workers to other farm sites.




- Train new employees on proper farming techniques, the farm's policies and procedures, and safety protocols.
- Act as First Aid attendant.
- Maintain accurate records as required.
- Other farm related tasks to support staffing or operational requirements.

Experience / Requirements

- Previous experience in a supervisory role.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently or as a team.
- Fluent spoken and written English. Ability to speak Spanish would be an asset.
- Some mechanical knowledge with the ability to troubleshoot basic machinery issues would be an asset.
- Ability to do physical labour and heavy lifting (40-50 lbs) on a daily basis.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Valid driver's license.
- First Aid training an asset.

Join our team as a Farm Supervisor where you can apply your skills in a dynamic environment while contributing to sustainable and regenerative agricultural practices. Pay: $23.00-$28.00 per hour

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Mileage reimbursement
- On-site parking

Adaptable language requirement:
- French not required

Experience:
- farm related supervisory: 1 year (required)
- agricultural: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:
- First Aid Certification (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Farm Supervisor (Langley)
🏢 Myers Organic Farms
📍 Langley

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