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Business Administration Team Leader

Somerville, Victoria 3912, Australia • Full-time
AI Job Summary
  • Demonstrated experience leading an administrative team.
  • Proven ability to coach, mentor and develop staff, give constructive feedback and support performance improvement.
  • Availability for office hours between 7:00 am–6:00 pm, occasional extended hours and a monthly Sunday rotation.

Role Type

On-site • Permanent • Full-time • Supervisor

Pay Rate

75000 AUD – 800000 AUD (Annum)

Description

At Haars Nursery, our Business Operations Team is the backbone of the business, connecting administration, operations and leadership to support growth, performance and compliance.

About our team

Here at Haars, our workforce is diverse and spans every stage of the plant journey – from propagation, growing, potting and despatch. All our departments’ successes are underpinned by our Business Operations Team – the glue between administration, operations and management, supporting business objectives, continued growth and compliance.

The Role

Your focus will be on overseeing and supporting the Business Operations team’s day-to-day transactional administrative workflow along with providing practical coaching, development and feedback. Daily, you will:

  • Promote and maintain working relationships across all departments.
  • Support team outputs across the product ordering process.
  • Provide business and sales support by updating and maintaining customer website products listings and maintaining claims reports.

What you’ll bring

  • Demonstrated experience in leading an administrative team.
  • An ability to multi-task, stay organised and remain calm under pressure.
  • Proven experience and ability to coach, mentor and develop staff, including providing constructive feedback and supporting performance improvement.
  • Confidence in resolving issues, providing clear, professional communication, and managing upwards.
  • Exceptional attention to detail, computer literacy skills and a love of spreadsheets!

Hours & Flexibility

Office hours operate between 7:00 am and 6:00 pm so flexibility is essential. You may need to work beyond these hours to meet deadlines or support the team, and you’ll take part in a monthly Sunday rotation, working roughly one Sunday per month as part of our shared schedule.

About Us

We are leading the market as one of Australia’s largest wholesale production nurseries specialising in flowering plants, herbs and vegetables since 1981. We have a strong local community profile through our contribution to local charities and businesses and are proud to be regarded as an employer of choice. We are committed to safe working practices and a safe work environment. To learn more about our identity, purpose and values, please visit www.haarsnursery.com.au

Our application process consists of a phone interview, a face-to-face interview, and a pre-employment medical test.

Please note that due to the high numbers of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

No Agencies please.

Company Overview

As a leading wholesale plant producer in Australia, Haars is dedicated to supplying high quality flowering indoor and outdoor plants to retailers, landscapers, growers, and gardening enthusiasts across the nation. Our commitment to excellence is underscored by our accreditation from Fair Farms, a testament to our ethical and sustainable practices. At Haars, our propagation team meticulously selects and cultivates clean virus-indexed material sourced from trusted breeding partners. By adhering to rigorous hygiene protocols, we ensure that Haars and our partner growers have access to resilient young plant material, guaranteeing exceptional garden performance for Australian gardeners. Join us in shaping the future of horticulture with quality, integrity, and innovation.