Description:
The full time Farm Manager will be responsible for assisting in the operational management and improvement of farms to ensure maximum yields and quality is met. Responsible for the day to day management of a mixed crop farmer reporting to the General Manager (Farms). You will oversee the full ground preparation, planting, growing and harvesting process and work in conjunction with our agronomy team, to ensure their recommendations and inputs are effective.
Your Tasks:
• Manage all operations associated with the crop growing season including:
Pivot moving
Ground preparation
Planting
Fertilizing
Spraying
Harvesting
Grading
• Inspection of pivots to apply the correct level of water for moisture of growing and harvesting crops.
• Plan and carry out seeding, growing and harvesting.
• Order parts for machinery repairs, ensuring competitive pricing.
• Maintain workplace, health and safety standards and to adhere to company policies and procedures at all times.
Your Skills and Experience:
• You will have proven experience in the operational management of a mixed crop farm.
• You will have good communication skills which will enable you to liaise with farm managers, agronomists and other team members.
• You will possess strong attention to detail and have passion and pride in the quality of your work.
• You must have a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
Your Remuneration
Salary range $60,000-80,000 pa + superannuation