Assistant Farm Manager

At Rombola Family Farms, we're not just about farming – we're about crafting a sustainable future. Based in the heart of Australia's agricultural landscape, Griffith, Rombola Family Farms is a forward-thinking business committed to producing the highest quality fruits, vegetables, and produce for local markets. Our intensive irrigated horticultural production located in Griffith (NSW), Bundaberg (QLD), Douglas-Daly (NT) and Mataranka (NT). Our passion for innovation and sustainability drives everything we do, from our cutting-edge farming techniques to our unwavering dedication to community and the environment.

We're a family-run business, deeply rooted in values that span generations. As we expand, we're looking for an Assistant Farm Manager to join us on this exciting journey and play a pivotal role in the future of Rombola Family Farms in Griffith, NSW.

About the Role:

The Assistant Farm Manager will support the Farm Manager in overseeing day-to-day farm and harvest operations, ensuring efficient and productive farming practices. This role is hands-on, involving both leadership and strategic input, working to achieve high yields and quality outcomes.

Key accountabilities include:

• Assist in coordinating and supervising all farming activities including planting, harvesting, and general crop care and ensure all are completed on time and within budget
• Assist in directing and monitoring the process of growing & cultivating crops
• Ensure the farm has the highest possible equipment availability and to maintain farm buildings, fences, equipment, and water supply system.
• Liaise with maintenance teams to ensure preventative and breakdown maintenance is completed promptly, keeping equipment availability high.
• Contribute proactively and constructively to team discussions about production requirements based on consumer, production, and supply chain needs.
• Manage supply chain resources to ensure product flows efficiently from field to market, ensuring all product is picked, packed, and sold within timelines and budgets.
• Ensure the supply chain team has timely access to harvest forecasts for informed operational and marketing decisions.
• Plan and manage harvest resources, ensuring equipment pre-start checks are completed daily and crews are organized in advance.
• Set and oversee daily/weekly harvest plans with growers to maximize yield and ensure quality.
• Monitor harvest crews to ensure operations meet WHS requirements, suitable fruit is picked, and activities run efficiently
• Work closely with the QA team to ensure harvested fruit meets quality specs
• Continuously communicate with the supply chain team to provide real-time updates on harvest volumes and resource needs.
• Assist in managing the allocation of human resources to specific tasks based on skill and reliability.
• Foster teamwork, mentor staff, and promote a culture of continuous improvement.
• Manage budgets, resources, and strategic decisions.

To be successful in the role you will possess the following:

• A strong background in horticulture or agriculture, with experience in large-scale crop production.
• Knowledge of irrigation systems and plant nutrition.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate and guide a diverse team
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive mindset
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications
• Flexibility in hours worked to achieve operational targets.
• Sound working knowledge of WH&S requirements.
• A current driver's licence.

In return we offer you:

• An attractive remuneration package.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on the future of agriculture.

Number of positions available: 1

Renumeration: $80,000 - $100,000 per annum.

More information:

For more information please email To learn more about working with us, we encourage you to visit our website

The Rombola Family has been farming for over fifty years, since they arrived in Australia in the 1950s from Calabria, Italy. They were part of a large group of migrants who helped transform Australia's Riverina and surrounding areas into a dynamic, enterprising agricultural region. Today, the Rombola Family Farm sits on over 4,000 hectares of premium horticultural land in New South Wales and the Northern Territory. The company employs more than 300 seasonal contract employees and supplies produce to all capital cities across Australia. The Rombola Family Farms brand is synonymous with quality, and our commitment to excellence has helped us become one of the leading suppliers of fresh produce in Australia under two flagship brands: Rombola Family Farms and Green Gro. Both brands are dedicated to providing high-quality, fresh produce to Australian consumers.