We’re looking for an experienced and motivated Farm Operations Manager for Solterra’s newest cropping aggregation in Southern New South Wales. Spanning around 9,500ha, this farm offers scale, efficiency, and high-quality soil, making it well-suited for broadacre cropping.
This region provides access to key agricultural services and a welcoming rural community. Nearby towns offer schools, healthcare, and essential amenities, making it a great place to live and work.
As Farm Operations Manager, you’ll play a key leadership role, overseeing daily farm activities, managing a team, and contributing to strategic decision-making to ensure the farm operates at its full potential.
Job Description
About your new job
Reporting to the Farm Manager, you’ll be responsible for overseeing farm operations, leading a team, and optimising performance.
Key responsibilities include:
* The Farm Operations Manager has full oversight into the farm's activities.
* Management and supervision of Leading Hand and Machinery Operators.
* You are a significant contributor to decision-making processes.
* Collaborate with Farm Manager on daily farm management and performance of the farm.
* Strong contribution towards operational management, employee and contractor management and leadership, and Workplace Health and Safety.
* Work closely with the farm manager, independent agronomy team, and in-house precision ag team to monitor and manage crops.
* Opportunity to maximize crop potential through monitoring and management.
* Contribute to the development of the farm, its people, and group culture in line with company values.
* Operate machinery, including spraying, planting, spreading, and harvest.
Qualifications
About You
* Your skill to mentor and coach others is one of your strengths and you have demonstrated this previously.
* You bring broadacre cropping experience.
* You have a sound knowledge of growing dryland winter crops.
* You have experience in the operation of large-scale cropping plant and equipment.
* A willingness to learn, adopt new practices and further develop personal skills, whilst working in a team environment is what others pride you on.
* You have a high level of initiative and self-motivation.
* You have excellent communication skills and can work closely with consulting agronomists and contractors.
* Full Australian working rights.
Additional Information
What We Offer You
* A competitive salary package based on experience.
* A modern family home provided on-farm.
* Career progression opportunities within our growing organisation.
* A balanced workload, averaging 50 hours per week.
* Support for training and professional development.
* Access to our Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you! Click “I’m interested” to apply. For additional questions, contact Niki Bosman at [emailprotected].
Closing Date: Open until filled – apply now.
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