Hillside Gardens Ltd. is Now Hiring Foreigners — Bradford, ON

Lead Vegetable Farm Operations in Bradford and Manage Crews, Equipment, and Production from Planting to Harvest
Job Category: Work For Foreigners
Job Position: Farm Foreman/Woman
Employer: Hillside Gardens Ltd.
Location: Bradford, ON
Wage: $25.00 Per Hour
Job Title: Permanent Employment, Full time
Schedule: Morning, Day, Evening, Weekend, Overtime Aailable
LMIA Sponsorship: Available for qualified international candidates

Job Overview
Hillside Gardens Ltd. is hiring a Farm Foreman/Woman to lead day-to-day vegetable crop operations in a rural Bradford setting. This is a hands-on leadership role for an experienced farm professional who can coordinate crews, oversee crop-related work, maintain accurate production and financial records, and keep equipment running safely and efficiently. You will supervise general farm workers and harvesting labourers, support hiring and training, manage inventory and supplies, and perform maintenance and emergency repairs as needed. Spanish is an asset for communication in a diverse workplace. If you are organized, safety-minded, and confident managing both people and equipment under tight seasonal deadlines, this is an excellent opportunity for stable, long-term employment with benefits and overtime availability.

Languages

• English
• Asset language: Spanish

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

• 2 years to less than 3 years of relevant farm operations experience, including leadership or lead-hand responsibilities

Work Site Environment

• Other vegetables and melon farming (except potato)
• Outdoors in a noisy farm environment

Work Setting

• Rural area
• Maintenance-focused role with emphasis on maintenance and repair

Supervision

• Supervise and coordinate a team of 5–10 people (crew size may vary by season and workload)

Type of Crops

• Carrots
• Cauliflowers
• Onions

Equipment and Machinery Experience (Required/Strong Asset)

• Tractor
• Forklift
• Harvesters and vegetable/fruit harvesters
• Bulk handling system
• Storage and silage system

Area of Specialization

• Agricultural crop service

Key Responsibilities (Tasks)

• Coordinate and supervise the work of general farm workers and harvesting labourers to meet daily and seasonal targets
• Supervise and oversee growing and other crop-related operations, including task planning and quality checks
• Assist in the development and implementation of farm safety and bio-security procedures
• Ensure farm safety and bio-security procedures are followed by all workers consistently
• Hire and train staff, including onboarding, job assignments, safe work practices, and performance expectations
• Maintain work records and logs, including labour tracking, completed tasks, and operational notes
• Maintain financial and production records with accuracy and confidentiality
• Maintain inventory of supplies and coordinate ordering/requisition of inputs and materials as needed
• Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment; coordinate equipment readiness for planting, cultivation, and harvest
• Troubleshoot and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions and reduce downtime
• Make emergency repairs to equipment and support maintenance and repair activities to keep operations running
• Negotiate with clients for provision of services when applicable, ensuring clear communication and professional follow-through
• Perform general farm duties and provide hands-on support during peak periods and urgent situations

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Fast-paced environment with tight deadlines during planting and harvest windows
• Work under pressure with a large workload and changing priorities
• Physically demanding outdoor work; combination of sitting, standing, and walking
• Strong attention to detail required for safety, equipment readiness, and record keeping

Personal Suitability

• Excellent oral communication and ability to give clear instructions to crews
• Organized with strong scheduling, planning, and record-keeping skills
• Team player who leads respectfully and supports a productive work culture
• Safety-first mindset and confidence enforcing bio-security and safe work practices
• Strong judgement and problem-solving ability, especially during equipment issues or weather-driven schedule changes
• Reliable and dependable with consistent attendance and accountability
• Flexible and willing to work evenings, weekends, and overtime during peak seasons
• Calm under pressure and able to prioritize tasks quickly

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Health care plan

Who Can Apply to This Job?

• Canadian citizens
• Permanent residents of Canada
• Temporary residents of Canada
• Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit
• International Candidates eligible for LMIA sponsorship

How to Apply
Online: Apply on Company’s Website