As the manager of the Mitchell Orchard in the Liparoo region in Victoria, you will be accountable for the safety of all people on farm. You will ensure the effective utilisation of resources (people, equipment, water, inputs and land) and will develop a high performing and healthy team culture. Orchard Managers at Olam are responsible for tree health and identifying pest and disease, maximising yields, team culture and safety in order to deliver cost per hectare targets.
We seek applications from candidates who are willing to live on farm, who are open to change, adaptable, responsible, and committed. At a minimum you will possess strong knowledge / experience in:
- people leadership and management
- irrigation systems
- orchard equipment and operation
- pest and disease identification
- cost effective implementation of agronomic programs
- yield estimation
A competitive salary package is available to the successful candidate including competitive market salary, fully maintained vehicle, mobile phone, and company onsite housing.
Only Australian based employees with full work rights need apply.
You must be confident of passing our pre-employment medical / drug screen as we have a zero-tolerance policy to drugs.
Additional information
- Diverse role suitable for a highly motivated individual
- Excellent opportunity for career development
- Professional, innovative and ambitious, global Agribusiness