Job Description:
This is a senior leadership position where you will oversee the management of multiple macadamia orchards. As an Area Manager, your primary responsibility will be to guide teams in delivering exceptional results.
Your role will encompass everything from day-to-day operations and crop production to long-term planning and development. You will have the opportunity to step into a senior role while receiving support and resources to succeed.
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee orchard activities including planting, pest control, harvest, and regeneration programs, with a focus on tree health and yield optimization.
* Lead and train a team of supervisors and workers to ensure safety, precision, and quality in all tasks.
* Contribute to operational planning, budget setting, and forecasting to support business objectives.
* Utilize farm management software to maintain records, analyze data, and provide meaningful insights.
* Engage, supervise, and monitor contractors to ensure high standards of work.
* Foster a safe, inclusive, and compliant workplace culture.
About Us:
Brunel is working with a prominent player in the macadamia industry to find an experienced professional to oversee orchard operations across multiple orchards in one of Australia's most vibrant agricultural regions.
Requirements:
* 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.
* Practical expertise in orchard or farm management with a hands-on approach.
* Proven ability to lead, train, and develop teams.
* Strong organizational and time management skills.
* Proficiency in MS Office and experience with farm management software.
* Effective interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.