Farm Operations Manager

1 week ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia National Agri Solutions Full time
Farm Operations Manager - Row Crops - Eastern VictoriaManage all aspects of the production of delicious leafy vegetables that will be processed, packaged and supplied to local & international markets. An exciting opportunity for a person experienced in row crop production, who has a genuine passion for farming and a knack for managing teams of people.

Who will you work for?
An agribusiness that specialises in growing and packing salad greens and herbs, farming over 1200 acres across Queensland and Victoria. Geographically diverse farming operations provide the business with an enhanced production window, risk mitigation strategy and an ability to optimise the businesses position within the market. Their passion is supplying the freshest and highest quality salad lines to the customer as quickly as possible. The founder of the company was a great man of honesty and ethics, a true farmer focused on growing superior quality produce. The company is dedicated to continuing his dreams and values.

The role itself?
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the successful person will need to:

Be confident in managing all operational activities and staff including land prep, weeding, planting and irrigation, workshop equipment maintenance/use and scheduling

Liaise with the Production Manager and Assistant Managers to ensure efficient and quality execution of the production plan

Work hard to improve systems and find further efficiencies to improve the farms production

Train, manage and mentor key farming staff across all aspects of the production system

Develop and assist in whole farm planning and management in conjunction with the relevant teams

Ensure team members are safe, productive, inducted & appropriately skilled to do their work

Control and manage the sites P&L and budget with guidance from executive team

Drive process improvements and change management through best practice application focusing on, line efficiencies and productivity

Promote and manage a team in compliance with all relevant policies, procedures, legislation and regulations.

What kind of person will fit the role?
To be considered for this position:

Extensive experience in irrigated row crop production systems and more than 3 years experience managing a team of production specialists

Qualifications in agricultural science, business management or equivalent

Brilliant communication skills, both oral and written, and an ability to build relationships at all levels of the organisation

Extensive operational skills, including the set-up, calibration and scheduling of planters, cultivation equipment, spray rigs and general farm machinery

High level of computer and technological literacy

How will you be rewarded?
You will be rewarded for your contributions to the business with an attractive salary (proportionate to your experience and skill set), 10% superannuation and outstanding professional development opportunities.

If you would like more information on this role or want to discuss your next career move, please make contact with Josh for a confidential conversation.

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