Lead Crop Farmer

A driven and experienced crop farmer is sought to join our business, focused on potato and onion supply nationally.

This full-time position involves assisting in the operational management and improvement of farms to ensure maximum yields and quality.

This role reports to the General Manager (Farms) and oversees the ground preparation, planting, growing, and harvesting process.

• Manage operations associated with the crop growing season, including pivot moving, ground preparation, planting, fertilizing, spraying, harvesting, grading, and inspection of pivots.
• Plan and carry out seeding, growing, and harvesting.
• Order parts for machinery repairs and maintain competitive pricing.
• Ensure workplace, health, and safety standards are maintained at all times.

• Proven experience in operational management of a mixed/vegetable crop farm.
• Effective communication skills to liaise with farm managers, agronomists, and other team members.
• Strong attention to detail and passion for delivering high-quality work.
• Desirable: 5 years of relevant experience.

The successful candidate will be offered a competitive salary and superannuation benefits.

Salary range: $75,000-$85,000 p.a