Irrigation Manager - Large family owned farming aggregation

Established in 1979, Our clients run a progressive, family owned and operated, integrated dryland and irrigation farming organisation.

This family owned farming business prides themselves on sustained growth over 37 years in an industry which has seen many highs and lows. One of the main reasons for this growth is the employee focused approach that the management team takes to the operation of the organisation. Growth of existing operations have created a very rewarding and exciting opportunity for a suitably experienced Irrigation manager to join their team to be based on one of three properties.

With three properties situated in southern QLD and Northern NSW with a combined total of 16,000 Hectares farmed growing wheat, chickpeas, cotton, and sorghum. Using modern John Deere farming machinery utilising controlled traffic using Greenstar GPS with 2cm RTK accuracy, 12mtrs Boss and Excel planting equipment, Rogator 1300B 36-meter boom and Hayes Spraying 36 metre Trailing spray boom, along with the use of 36 metre WeedIT camera sprayers.

The irrigation manager will be based on the property situated an easy 30-minute drive from Goondiwindi Township. This 2,500 Ha property is well set up with 440 Ha of irrigation being bank less channel and flood, the remaining 2,000 ha is dry land cropped.

The successful applicant will work closely with the Hub Manager to help carry out the daily operations of the farm, which will include:

Operation of modern farm machinery and associated equipment
Maintenance of machinery and equipment
Development and implementation of cropping programs
Management of full-time, part time staff and contractors
Record keeping + set-up and analysis of precision cropping systems

The suitable applicant will possess the following qualifications, skills, and experience:

Broad acre and irrigation crop management essential
Managing staff & contractors
Understanding and awareness of WH&S
Strong organisational and communicative skills
Ability to work in a team environment and independently
A good understanding of the operation and maintenance of modern farming equipment
Proficient computer skills
Current Drivers licence essential
Tertiary qualifications/trade qualifications welcomed
Truck licence would be advantageous

A competitive remuneration package, including base salary plus super, negotiable production bonus and work ute along with a very comfortable 5-bedroom homestead in established gardens with pool will be included in package. In addition, ongoing training will be provided for long-term commitment. School bus is 5klm away to access good schooling in Goondiwindi, families are encouraged to apply.

To apply for this role, please submit your application including an up to date resume along with the contact details of a minimum three references that can be contacted. Preference will be given to those applicants who supply a detailed cover letter indicating why you are suited this role.

Irrigation Manager - Large family owned farming aggregation

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