Since 1978, our commitment to horticultural innovation has driven us to continually improve and deliver exceptional fresh produce.

Helping drive our success this year has been, in large part, the significant contribution of the women across our workforce. In line with International Women’s Day, we’re proud to amplify the voices of women working across Perfection Fresh in a wide range of horticultural roles.

From our glasshouses and farms to marketing, operations and corporate finance, these remarkable women bring diverse skills, perspectives and strengths to our business each day.

While horticulture has traditionally been a male-dominated industry, this is steadily changing. Women are increasingly stepping into leadership roles and shaping the future of our business with their expertise, insight and commitment.

WOMEN IN AGRICULTURE

Lee Atkinson - Senior Product Technologist

Hi, I’m Lee Atkinson, and I’m a Senior Product Technologist at Perfection Fresh. I’ve been with the business for four years.

My day-to-day work varies, but my main focus is new product development across our convenience and vegetable categories. I spend a lot of time formulating recipes, developing prototypes, and working closely with suppliers to source and create innovative inclusions. I’m also involved in packaging development to ensure the final product is both high-quality and visually appealing.

A key part of my role is collaborating with our production teams to run product scale-up trials. This helps ensure a smooth transition from development into manufacturing and confirms that the finished product meets both our quality standards and market expectations.

I genuinely enjoy what I do because it’s dynamic, creative, and constantly evolving. The variety of projects keeps things exciting and gives me plenty of opportunities to innovate—something I really value. I also love working with food and feel incredibly fortunate to be part of such a supportive, fun, and talented team. The mix of creativity, variety, and great people makes my role truly fulfilling.

Namuna Neupane - Quality Assurance Officer

Hi, I’m Namuna Neupane, and I’m a Quality Assurance Officer at Perfection Fresh. I’ve been part of the team for two years.

In my role, I’m responsible for completing all incoming and dispatch assessments for the chain stores in the Perth area, ensuring that every product we send out meets our quality specifications. I also make sure all daily QA tasks are completed and up to date, helping maintain the high standards our customers rely on.

What I enjoy most about my role is working with such a supportive and dedicated team. Communicating, collaborating, and problem-solving with others gives me great satisfaction, and it’s rewarding knowing that our work helps deliver fresh, high-quality produce to customers across the region.

As a mother, I especially appreciate the flexibility and understanding I’ve received from the company. The support from both my team and management has helped me balance work and family life, keeping me motivated and happy in my role.

Anita Gissane - Graphic Designer

Hi, I’m Anita Gissane, and I’m a Graphic Designer at Perfection Fresh. I’ve been with the company for eight years.

On a daily basis, I support the marketing team by managing a wide range of graphic design projects that help strengthen our visual communications. This includes designing product packaging, creating assets for emails and websites, working on the occasional video project, and producing creative materials to support our campaigns.

A big part of my work is ensuring our designs help our products stand out on shelf, while also working with packaging that is environmentally safe and sustainable.

What I love most about my role is the variety — no two days are ever the same — and the incredible team I get to work with. They truly feel like family.

I also really appreciate the support I receive to balance work with my personal and family life when needed. That flexibility makes a big difference and allows me to give my best both at work and at home.

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