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. ________________________________________ 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 • 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