Cotton Gin Manager

**Join a leading global agribusiness**:

- ** Lead and coach a dedicated team to achieve exceptional results**:

- ** Suited for a self-driven, output focused individual who can think on their feet**

**A bit about us**

Queensland Cotton has been an integral part of Australian agriculture for over 100 years We operate across multiple commodities including cotton, cottonseed, chickpeas, mung beans and sorghum. We're part of Olam Agri and together we are proudly transforming food, feed and fibre, for a more sustainable future. We have a culture of excellence; you'll have the opportunity to make a difference; and the ability to flourish personally and professionally.

**About the opportunity**

We are looking for an experienced, reliable and passionate individual to join our team as the Gin Manager and oversee the production, maintenance, quality, team culture, and safety compliance at our Cecil Plains Cotton Gin. Reporting to the General Manager Cotton Operations you will have autonomy to:

- ensure safe work practices and monitor environmental conditions
- manage the Gin to achieve maintenance and production schedules
- Lead and develop your team and site culture

**About you**

You'll have proven experience in cotton ginning, preferably as Gin Manager or senior operator and willing to live within a reasonable commuting distance of the Cotton Gin, such as Dalby or Cecil Plains.

You'll also bring:

- proven all-round technical skills (mechanical & electrical)
- a passion for continuous improvement and a commitment to safety
- a strong 'process' mindset to drive plant maintenance and production activity
- excellent interpersonal and strong leadership skills
- energy and drive to persevere through long seasons
- reasonable business and financial acumen
- proficient in using ERP systems (SAP preferred) and Microsoft Office Suite

**What's in it for you?**
- Great time to join Queensland Cotton ahead of the upcoming season
- Long-term career where you will be recognised for your performance and commitment
- Interesting & meaningful work

You'll be asked to share some details and answer some screening questions. You will have to have permanent working rights in Australia to be considered for this position.