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The Berry International Horticultural Graduate Program is an 18-month Category Graduate Program position. Upon successful completion, the candidate will likely be placed in-country for the Berries International Category (currently Berry International Operations are located in China and Morocco). The program commences in Coffs Harbour, NSW and may include at least one international placement in one of Costa's overseas operations.
In this role, the graduate will work closely with the Horticultural Manager/s to support crop operations monitoring. This could include fertigation and nutrition management, irrigation agronomy and management, substrate management, canopy management, and plant health (Pest & Disease), including Integrated Pest Management. They will also likely support the grower base in integrating preharvest and postharvest activities to optimize yield and quality.
The program involves assisting in the evaluation of existing Berry International programs, as well as developing and initiating activities to capture and improve crop performance and continuous improvement. The graduate will also have the opportunity to undertake research and development activities.
A major component of this program is providing horticultural support at a National/International level, including support with the development of farms in international locations. This may involve assisting in project/site evaluation appraisal in new countries and territories. As such, the role requires travel and possibly extended periods working outside of Australia.
The Opportunity:
To qualify for the Berry International Horticultural Graduate positions, you must:
Whilst not a requirement, Costa very much welcomes the application of candidates with an ability to, or interest in speaking other languages, such as Standard Chinese, Mandarin, Arabic, and French.
Successful applicants will receive a fixed-term 18-month contract with a competitive salary.
People are the heart of Costa. Their employees enjoy some of the best benefits and conditions in the industry. From competitive pay to health, well-being, and further learning and development opportunities. No matter the role, you’ll always benefit from a caring environment that encourages and supports you to thrive, grow and connect. If applicable, subsidised accommodation will be arranged by the company prior to commencement.
The Rotational Graduate Program offers participants the chance to experience diverse areas of the horticulture industry. Over three rotations, participants will be placed in different regions and business categories, gaining exposure to a wide variety of produce such as citrus, grapes, berries, avocados, bananas, mushrooms, and tomatoes. They will be integrated into teams focused on horticulture, agronomy, growing, harvesting, irrigation, and/or safety and quality. This comprehensive program provides a strong foundation for a successful career in horticulture.
To learn more about the Costa Graduate Program, watch this video here.
Upon successful completion, the candidate will likely be placed in-country for the Berries International Category (currently Berry International Operations are located in China and Morocco).
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The opportunity is available to applicants in any of the following categories.
Australia
Australian Citizen
Australian Permanent Resident