Technical Manager

About us:

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, in 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 a Technical Manager to join us on this exciting journey and play a pivotal role in the future of Rombola Family Farms based in Nericon, NSW.

About the role:

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Technical Manager to oversee technical operations across our diverse farm locations. The ideal candidate will be an accomplished leader in quality assurance within the FMCG industry, adept at being the primary liaison to external stakeholders while ensuring accountability across the entire supply chain. This individual will possess a solution-focused mindset, consistently driving excellence in end-product quality, operational efficiency, and strategic planning. Their expertise lies in maintaining rigorous standards, fostering strong relationships, and strategically innovating to optimize operations while aligning technical strategies with overarching business objectives

Key accountabilities include:

• Lead, mentor, and manage a diverse team of technical staff across multiple farm locations.
• Develop and implement technical strategies aligned with productivity and sustainability goals.
• Drive innovation in production techniques, utilizing technology and best practices to optimize crop quality and technical operations.
• Collaborate with farm managers and agronomists to ensure the effective implementation of technical solutions, quality control measures, and efficient post-harvest management practices.
• Act as a technical advisor, providing guidance and support to internal teams and external stakeholders, engaging in stakeholder interactions, liaising with customers and supermarkets to forecast potential issues, leading corrective action plans, and conducting thorough root cause analysis to ensure continuous improvement.
• Anticipate market trends and innovate solutions accordingly to deliver a competitive advantage as a supplier of choice.
• Drive continuous improvement in technical operations, processes, and service quality.
• Actively contribute to the development of safe plant, equipment, and work practices.

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

• A degree in Agricultural Science, Food Science, Food Technology, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a technical leadership role within the agricultural sector, preferably with exposure to Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG).
• Proven track record of driving technical initiatives and implementing industry best practices.
• Excellent leadership, strategic planning, and communication skills.
• Ability to travel extensively and work across multiple locations as needed.

In return we offer you:

• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant qualifications and experience.
• Learning and growth opportunities within a fast paced and growing business.
• A collaborative and inclusive work culture that values innovation.

For more information, please email , 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.