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Area Manager
11 days ago
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11 days ago
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What are you going to do

This is a hands-on leadership position where you'll manage multiple macadamia orchards, guiding teams to deliver exceptional results. You'll be responsible for everything from day-to-day operations and crop production to long-term planning and development. This is your chance to step into a senior role while receiving support and resources to succeed

  • Macadamia Operations: Oversee orchard activities, including planting, pest control, harvest, and regeneration programs, with a focus on tree health and yield optimisation.
  • Leadership & Development: Lead and train a team of supervisors and workers to ensure safety, precision, and quality in all tasks.
  • Strategic Oversight: Contribute to operational planning, budget setting, and forecasting to support business objectives.
  • Technology & Reporting: Utilise farm management software to maintain records, analyse data, and provide meaningful insights.
  • Contractor Management: Engage, supervise, and monitor contractors to ensure high standards of work.
  • Safety Focus: Foster a safe, inclusive, and compliant workplace culture.


Essential skills and knowledge

  • Technical or tertiary qualifications in horticulture, agriculture, or related fields (highly regarded).
  • Minimum 5 years in agricultural or horticultural operations, or a Farm Manager ready to take the next step.
  • Understanding of macadamia orchard requirements or similar crop operations.
  • Current driver's license; a Chemical Users Certificate is preferred.


Skills and Attributes

  • Practical expertise in orchard or farm management with a hands-on approach.
  • Proven ability to lead, train, and develop teams.
  • Strong organisational and time management skills.
  • Proficiency in MS Office and experience with farm management software.
  • Effective interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.
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JOB SUMMARY
Area Manager
Bundaberg
11 days ago
Mid-level
Full-time