Job Overview:
This is a hands-on management position that involves leading the day-to-day operations of a large-scale irrigation farm.
The Role:
* Managing crop activities such as planting, irrigation, and harvesting
* Managing irrigation systems to ensure efficient water use and crop health
* Maintaining machinery and infrastructure to a high standard
* Applying precision agriculture techniques to improve outcomes
* Sustaining high-yielding cotton and dryland crops through effective management
As Farm Operations Manager, you will oversee irrigation schedules, crop cycles, budgets, and procedures while fostering a strong team culture and upholding high agronomic standards.
You will collaborate with contractors, consultants, and industry bodies to drive efficient and compliant operations. Working with an existing team, your leadership and organisational skills will be key to achieving farm productivity and efficiency.
About the Enterprise:
A family-owned farming enterprise spans 21,000 acres across two farms, primarily focusing on cotton production alongside dryland cropping and cattle operations. The business is BMP-accredited and dedicated to innovation and best practices in agriculture.
The property offers full mobile phone reception, convenient school bus access, and a modern home overlooking the Macquarie River.
Located near a welcoming town with essential amenities, schools, healthcare, and recreational facilities, the farm provides a great work-life balance.