Cropping Manager

1 week ago

Wagga Wagga Riverina, Australia AtOne HR Solutions Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Cropping Manager – Lifestyle Roster | Hillston, NSW

Are you highly experienced in broadacre cropping and looking for a role that offers both professional growth and genuine work-life balance?

Our client is an independent agricultural asset management company managing large-scale agricultural assets across Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, Northern Territory & Vanuatu. With a diverse portfolio spanning irrigated summer crops, winter dryland cereals, livestock, and permanent crop developments (Citrus, Kiwifruit, Almonds & Pistachios), they are at the forefront of innovation in Australian agriculture.

The Role

We're seeking a Cropping Manager to lead day-to-day cropping operations and infrastructure alongside the Farm Manager. This hands-on role is ideal for a motivated individual ready to contribute to one of the most sophisticated and diverse cropping operations in the region.

Lifestyle Roster – 10 Days On / 4 Days Off

Enjoy a better work-life balance with our Lifestyle Roster, designed to give you regular extended breaks to recharge, travel, or spend time with family—without compromising your career. Moreover, our Lifestyle Roster is designed to give you predictable time off, helping you maintain a healthier balance between work and life.

The Farming Operation

Merrowie Station is located just outside the charming town of Hillston, right on the banks of the beautiful Lachlan River, famous for its plentiful Murray Cod.

The station consists of three farming units: Merrowie, Sunland, and Brooklyn, covering a total of 33,000 hectares. This includes 11,000 hectares of arable land (both irrigation and dryland), 22,000 hectares of grazing country, 2,350 hectares of overhead irrigation via lateral move, and 5,500 hectares of surface furrow irrigation.

We grow a mix of crops including beetroot, cereals, cotton, pulses, and fibre, all supported by strong general security and groundwater entitlements. You'll also be working with near-new John Deere machinery alongside a skilled and supportive team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Implement best practice cropping systems in consultation with agronomists and the Farm Manager.

  • Assist in planning and executing cropping programs aligned with yield targets.

  • Monitor paddock conditions, crop health, and input usage.

  • Coordinate field labour and cropping activities.

  • Liaise with the irrigation overseer to optimise water use.

  • Maintain machinery, infrastructure, and accurate records.

  • Contribute to budgeting and capital works planning.

What We're Looking For

  • Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar role.

  • Strong skills in GPS spraying, sowing, and harvesting.

  • Sound agronomic knowledge and practical experience.

  • Effective communication and record-keeping skills.

  • Understanding of budgeting and procurement processes.

  • Current driver's licence (HC desirable).

What's On Offer

  • $130,000k salary + Accommodation + Utilities + Vehicle.

  • Supportive, forward-thinking team culture.

  • Genuine career progression opportunities.

Ready to Take the Next Career Step While Enjoying a Roster That Supports Your Lifestyle?

Apply now by following the prompts and attaching your resume, or contact  

For more information, phone Rachel Flynn on

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