What are you going to do li]:text-brunel-dark-grey [&_ul>li]:py-2 [&_p]:text-brunel-dark-grey [&_ul>li>ul>li]:pl-0 pl-4 text-brunel-dark-grey description"> This is a hands-on leadership position where you'll manage multiple macadamia orchards, guiding teams to deliver exceptional results.
You'll be responsible for everything from day-to-day operations and crop production to long-term planning and development.
This is your chance to step into a senior role while receiving support and resources to succeed Macadamia Operations: Oversee orchard activities, including planting, pest control, harvest, and regeneration programs, with a focus on tree health and yield optimisation.
Leadership & Development: Lead and train a team of supervisors and workers to ensure safety, precision, and quality in all tasks.
Strategic Oversight: Contribute to operational planning, budget setting, and forecasting to support business objectives.
Technology & Reporting: Utilise farm management software to maintain records, analyse data, and provide meaningful insights.
Contractor Management: Engage, supervise, and monitor contractors to ensure high standards of work.
Safety Focus: Foster a safe, inclusive, and compliant workplace culture.
Introduction li]:text-brunel-dark-grey [&_ul>li]:py-2 [&_p]:text-brunel-dark-grey [&_ul>li>ul>li]:pl-0 pl-4 text-brunel-dark-grey introduction"> Are you passionate about macadamia orchards and ready to lead a team in one of Australia's most vibrant agricultural regions?
Brunel is working with a prominent player in the macadamia industry to find an Area Manager to oversee orchard operations across multiple orchard just outside of Bundaberg.
Whether you're an experienced manager or a Farm Manager ready to take the next step, this is a unique opportunity to advance your career in a rapidly growing sector.
Essential skills and knowledge li]:text-brunel-dark-grey [&_ul>li]:py-2 [&_p]:text-brunel-dark-grey [&_ul>li>ul>li]:pl-0 pl-4 text-brunel-dark-grey jobrequirements"> Technical or tertiary qualifications in horticulture, agriculture, or related fields (highly regarded).
Minimum 5 years in agricultural or horticultural operations, or a Farm Manager ready to take the next step.
Understanding of macadamia orchard requirements or similar crop operations.
Current driver's license; a Chemical Users Certificate is preferred.
Skills and Attributes Practical expertise in orchard or farm management with a hands-on approach.
Proven ability to lead, train, and develop teams.
Strong organisational and time management skills.
Proficiency in MS Office and experience with farm management software.
Effective interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.