Part Time Team Leader - Fruit Packing l Alstonville

About Us:

At Aruma, we believe in the power of diversity and inclusivity. Our mission is to defend human rights and create a world where every individual is treated with dignity and respect. We're committed to building a team that reflects the rich tapestry of humanity.

People love to work at Aruma because they get the satisfaction of knowing they are Supporting people to live a great life, the life they want, the life they choose. Aruma is BRAVE. That's what makes us a trailblazer, being part of our team means you need to meet our BRAVE behaviours (Bold, Respectful, Authentic, Value Teamwork, Excellent).

This role is located within Summerland Farm team. As a business of Australia’s largest disability service provider, Aruma (formerly known as House with No Steps), our purpose is to provide employment for people with a disability. Summerland Farm is located on a beautiful macadamia and avocado farm, set high on the hills of the Alstonville plateau overlooking the Ballina coastline. This multi-award-winning attraction is a business of Aruma, committed to innovation, continuous improvement and building strong relationships through inclusive employment opportunities for people with disability.

We strongly encourage candidates with a disability to apply. We believe in the power of diverse perspectives and experiences in driving meaningful change and advancing human rights for all.

About the role:

You will be part of a dynamic and inclusive business enterprise that provides employment opportunities for people with a disability. In this role you will provide effective supervision and support to a small team to carry out day to day operations. Team Leaders assist to maintain a high-quality standard to achieve business outcomes and to provide excellent customer service, ensuring repeat business. This role will focus on providing specific coaching, sometimes on a one-to-one basis, enabling employees with a disability to develop skills that meet key performance outcomes for Summerland Farm business services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coach and lead the Fruit Packing team to assist supported employees to develop skills to achieve their employment goals
• Provide supervision and feedback to team members through performance management with the support of the Supervisor/Coordinator
• Provide appropriate support to supported employees with a high level of empathy, sensitivity and confidentially.
• Work closely and provide assistance to the Supervisor/Coordinator as necessary
• Display positive team behaviours that reflect the Aruma values and a safety culture to achieve team results and outcomes

Benefits of working with Aruma!

• Salary Packaging: Access to NFP salary packaging up to $15,900 for living expenses and additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses each year tax free.
• Fitness Passport: Access to subsidised Gym membership
• Employee Assistance Program: Free confidential service including Money Assist, Legal Assist, Family Assist and Nutrition/Lifestyle Assist.
• Training: Opportunity for Cert IV accredited training through our RTO
• Discounted Health Insurance: Access to a range of discounted health and wellness services through Bupa.
• Recognition & Rewards: Recognition for your hard work through BRAVE Reviews and our annual BRAVE Awards night
• Job Satisfaction: Through making a real difference in peoples’ lives within a values-driven organisation.

About You:

• Demonstrate respect and empathy towards people with a disability with a passion to see them skilled for future employment opportunities.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate a small team
• Customer focused with commitment to delivering high quality products and services for Aruma’s commercial customers
• Demonstrated commitment to working in alignment with Aruma’s core values and Code of Conduct.
• A practical understanding of WHS requirements.
• Sufficient physical fitness to meet the manual handling and environmental requirements of the position
• Hold a current Australian driver’s license 
• Have NDIS Worker Screening Check and Police Check clearance OR be willing to complete
• Have a current First aid and CPR Certificate OR be willing to complete

Desired:

• Experience in avocado and/or Macadamia Orchids
• Formal leadership training (such as Cert IV or Diploma of Frontline Management)
• Previous experience working with people with disabilities.
• First Aid and CPR Certificate

Ready to make a change? Apply Now!

Please contact talent@aruma.com.au if you require further information.

Only applicants with the right to work in Australia will be considered. Shortlisted applications will be required to undergo pre-employment probity checks i.e. Police Check and NDIS Worker Screening. We will be actively shortlisting during the advertising period and reserve the right to close this advert prior to the advertised closing date.