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SalaryWilmar Sugar Australia is the nation's leading sugar and renewable energy company. We are Australia's largest raw sugar manufacturer and exporter. We also generate green energy and produce much of Queensland's BioEthanol. Our joint ventures, Sugar Australia and NZ Sugar, market a wide range of products under the familiar brands CSR and Chelsea.
Wilmar Sugar's Farm team operates one of Australia's most advanced sugarcane farming operations. We farm around 7,000 hectares of agricultural land within the Herbert, Burdekin, Proserpine and Plane Creek milling regions, producing more than 500,000 tonnes of cane that supply our eight sugar mills in North Queensland. We invest heavily in innovation, research and development and continually look for ways to use new technologies and farm practices supporting environmental sustainability.
Job Vacancy
Wilmar Sugars' Burdekin Region Farms are seeking a suitably qualified Farms Operations Manager to join our team. This senior operations role is responsible for leading a team that will safely perform the operations and maintenance functions, liaising with stakeholders to implement initiatives to improve profitability and sustainability of the farming and harvesting operations.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the farm enterprise
- Work closely with Group Manager Farms to ensure the required organisational design, development and processes needed to achieve operational goals and objectives.
- Manage performance and development of direct reports in accordance with Wilmar's HR Standards and Procedures (including succession planning, training/development planning, recruitment and selection, coaching/mentoring and performance management).
- Deliver agronomic solutions to ensure the adoption of new farming systems that use best farming practices to maximize production and reduce costs
- Investigate new initiatives that can be applied to improve profitability and sustainability of the farming and harvesting operations
- Develop the team in the operation of a large scale best-practice cane farm
- Budgeting and cost control
We are seeking an individual with strong leadership skills and solid stakeholder engagement. You will have a demonstrated commitment to safety, a keen interest in process improvement, and a proactive team approach to problem-solving.
Something about you
The successful applicant will hold a minimum degree level in relevant Agronomy discipline, or equivalent practical experience and a Queensland "C" Class driver's license. You will have a minimum of five years recent cane farming or equivalent agricultural experience, and minimum five years' experience managing diverse workgroups. You will have proven experience in budgeting and cost management, SAP and Trimble Ag Software.
The Rewards
At Wilmar you will be part of a team that values you and what you have to offer. Attractive pay and benefits, including extra leave, flexible working arrangements and exclusive partner discounts strengthen the experience. We focus on safety, innovation and fostering a team spirit so why not join Wilmar for a fulfilling career and a supportive work environment.
Interested in Applying
Apply online at Wilmar Careers by 5pm Sunday 7th January 2024, by hitting the "Apply" button. If you have any questions regarding this role, please contact Talent Acquisition Manager - Stephanie Jackson on 07 4722 1904.
