Farm Production Manager

Are you a passionate agricultural leader ready to make an impact with a thriving horticultural business? National Agri-Solutions is seeking an experienced and dynamic Farm Production Manager to join our team in northwest Victoria. Our client is a leading national producer known for its high-quality carrots, beetroot, and brassica lines, supplying major and independent supermarket chains across Australia and export markets in Asia. With a decade of growth and a commitment to innovative production methods, this is your chance to drive operational excellence, lead a dedicated team, and contribute to a sustainable future in agriculture. If you’re a collaborative leader with a knack for optimizing crop production, we’d love to hear from you!

Location: Northwest Victoria
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Competitive, with potential incentives and 9.5% superannuation

About National Agri-Solutions

Our client is a unique and well-established farming business that has grown into a substantial operation over the past ten years. Renowned for balancing quality and quantity while maintaining innovative production techniques, they are a trusted supplier of carrots, beetroot, and brassica lines to domestic and international markets. Based in the fertile northwest of Victoria, this agribusiness is dedicated to excellence, sustainability, and fostering a positive, professional environment for its team. Join us to be part of a company that’s shaping the future of horticulture with a focus on growth and innovation.

About the Role

As a Farm Production Manager, you’ll report to the General Manager and oversee the day-to-day operations of our horticultural production. This role is pivotal in ensuring cost-effective, high-quality crop production while leading a team of supervisors and workers. You’ll manage budgets, implement crop management strategies, and drive efficiency across weeding, harvesting, and farming activities. With a focus on collaboration and leadership, you’ll chair weekly operations meetings, mentor staff, and ensure compliance with safety standards. This is a hands-on role with the opportunity to innovate by introducing new product lines and optimizing planting and irrigation schedules.

Key Responsibilities

Your key tasks will include:

• Budget Management: Oversee budgets with a focus on labor costs versus throughput in key areas like weeding, harvesting, and farming activities.

• Team Leadership: Work closely with direct reports, ensuring Weeding Supervisors prioritize tasks, manage teams effectively, and maintain cost efficiency.

• Crop Forecasting: Provide accurate crop availability forecasts and communicate effectively with packing shed and sales teams.

• Crop Management: Implement and monitor strategies for crop vigor, moisture, weed and pest control, soil nutrition, and overall crop health.

• Planning and Scheduling: Develop and execute yearly, monthly, and weekly planting, fertilization, and irrigation schedules to maximize quality and yield.

• Innovation: Identify and implement new product lines, analyzing costs and farming techniques against sales targets.

• Operations Management: Chair weekly farm operations meetings to align key staff and drive performance.

• Staff Development: Recruit, train, and mentor key staff to build a strong, cohesive team.

• Safety Compliance: Ensure all team members adhere to Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) obligations.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a proactive leader with a passion for agriculture and a proven track record in farm management. Here’s what you’ll bring:

Key Requirements:

• Qualifications: Degree or equivalent in Agricultural Science, Logistics, Business Management, or a related field.

• Experience: Proven expertise in irrigation, cropping, machinery operation, or farm management.

• Leadership Skills: Strong ability to communicate, collaborate, and lead within an established management team.

• Attention to Detail: Capability to manage budgets, schedules, and crop health with precision.

• Problem-Solving: A proactive approach to optimizing production and addressing operational challenges.

• Commitment to Safety: Dedication to upholding OH&S standards and fostering a safe work environment.

Why Join National Agri-Solutions?

At National Agri-Solutions, we value our people and offer a range of benefits to support your career and well-being:

• Competitive Salary: Attractive remuneration package proportionate to your experience, with potential incentives and 9.5% superannuation.

• Career Development: Outstanding opportunities for professional growth and skill development in a leading agribusiness.

• Impactful Work: Contribute to a thriving business supplying high-quality produce to local and international markets.

• Supportive Environment: Work in a positive, innovative, and professional setting that encourages collaboration and leadership.

• Strategic Role: Play a key role in driving efficiency, sustainability, and innovation in horticultural production.

How to Apply

Ready to lead the way in horticultural excellence with National Agri-Solutions? To apply, create an Indeed account and submit your application through our company website. We’re an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all backgrounds. Join us in northwest Victoria and help shape the future of agriculture!