AddressOperations Manager
Development
Aldridge Family Trust operates a 200Ha dairy farm and 100Ha heifer grazing farm in the tightly held and picturesque Ringarooma Valley. The Dairy is located 25 km from Scottsdale and 8 km from the world renowned Derby MTB trail. The farm will be milking 490 crossbred cows in a once-a-day milking system, through a 16 a side Rapid Exit dairy. The Dairy platform includes 100Ha of pivot irrigation and 2 km of pristine river frontage.
We are seeking a new colleague to fill the crucial role of Operations Manager, this position is a newly created with the aim to help drive the farm operation into the second stage of development through optimization and implementation of the principles of a successful farm business. The successful candidate will work closely with the Farm Owner, with the opportunity for personal growth and career development a key offering.
This role offers:
- Permanent, ongoing, full time role
- An opportunity to grow and develop the role
- A competitive salary
- On-farm accommodation
- Flexible working arrangements
We are looking for someone who embodies the following key criteria:
- Adaptability and self-direction as key personal qualities
- Prior experience in a senior role in the dairy industry
- Demonstrated ability to both lead a team and “get hands dirty” as part of a team
- High level of initiative and judgement.
- Demonstrated motivation for the dairy lifestyle
- A valid, current A class licence
If the above sounds like you then we’d love to hear from you. Your application cover letter should address demonstrated ability in the above key selection criteria.
For a confidential chat and a copy of the Position Description please contact Mel on 0429 186 ***.
Applications close 20 May 2024.
