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Form of workFarm Operations Manager
We are looking for an Experienced Farm Operator to join our mixed irrigation and dryland farming operation located 20 km west of Quirindi. We grow a variety of summer and winter crops; utilising a range of modern farming equipment that is well maintained and updated regularly, including John Deere tractors, self-propelled spray rigs and harvest equipment.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Manage and execute seasonal farm plans.
- Input into development of cropping and irrigation programs.
- Management of staff and day to day operations.
- Operating planting, spraying, and harvesting equipment.
- WHS implementation.
- Operation and maintenance of farm machinery, irrigation pumps and drier/silo complex.
- Maintain farm records for compliance requirements.
Requirements:
- Mechanical skills and ability to maintain and repair plant, equipment & machinery.
- Knowledge and experience planning and preparing for planting, cultivation, and harvest.
- Excellent time management, planning and communication skills.
- Ability motivate and encourage team members.
- Understanding of black soil farming.
- Previous cotton production experience.
- Experience with cropping irrigation systems.
- Good knowledge of broadacre cropping management.
- Proficient mechanical skills and operational understanding.
A competitive remuneration package will be negotiated based on skill and experience levels. Included will be house, work vehicle, phone, power. Located on school bus route.
Please contact **************@outlook.com
