Apiary Supervisor / Beekeeper

Apiary Supervisor / Beekeeper (Full-Time)

Location: Tintinara, SA

Employer: Hooper Honey Trust

Employment Type: Full-Time

AUD $70,000 – $90,000 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.

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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

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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

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What We Offer

• Competitive salary

• 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

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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