Aggregation Manager (Crillee Aggregation)

Gunn Agri Partners; Dubbo; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family accommodation

Vehicle

Job summary

Gunn Agri Partners’ Wilga Farming division in NSW is seeking an experienced Aggregation Manager to lead the Crillee Aggregation near Dubbo and Gilgandra. This permanent, full-time role oversees planning, budgeting, cropping, machinery, maintenance and safety with a supportive leadership team.

Reporting to the Regional Manager NSW, you will lead the on-farm team, develop seasonal and long-term plans, manage assets, budgets and high‑performing staff, and drive safety and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a mixed farming or broadacre cropping operation
• Strong knowledge of dryland cropping, and farm business management
• Proven leadership experience and the ability to develop high-performing teams
• Financial management, budgeting and planning capability
• Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills
• A commitment to safety, continuous improvement and operational excellence

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of a large-scale broadacre cropping enterprise to deliver strong outcomes.
• Develop and implement seasonal and long-term operational plans aligned with Wilga’s strategic goals.
• Lead and contribute to development projects, managing resources, timelines, and budgets to ensure successful delivery and support operational excellence.
• Oversee the use, care, and maintenance of fixed and mobile assets including a modern fleet.
• Lead, and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of safety, and high performance.

Job description

Aggregation Manager – Wilga Farming (Crillee Aggregation, NSW)

Location: Crillee Aggregation (near Dubbo, NSW)[DC1] Permanent, Full-Time | Broadacre Cropping

Wilga Farming Australia is looking for an experienced and motivated Aggregation Manager to lead our Crillee Aggregation, a large-scale farming operation near Dubbo/Gilgandra, New South Wales.

A new opportunity has become available following significant growth in our business, creating the chance to join a well-established operation with a supportive team already in place. This is a great opportunity to take responsibility for a large farming business, leading people, production and day-to-day operations while helping drive the ongoing success of the aggregation.

Reporting to the Regional Manager NSW, you will lead the on-farm team and oversee all aspects of the operation, from planning and budgeting through to cropping, machinery, maintenance and safety. You'll work closely with an experienced leadership team who will support you to achieve strong operational and financial results.

This is an opportunity to take the next step in your career, lead a high-performing operation and be part of a business that continues to invest in its people and growth.

What You’ll Do

• Lead day-to-day operations of a large-scale broadacre cropping enterprise to deliver strong outcomes.
• Develop and implement seasonal and long-term operational plans aligned with Wilga’s strategic goals.
• Lead and contribute to development projects, managing resources, timelines, and budgets to ensure successful delivery and support operational excellence.
• Oversee the use, care, and maintenance of fixed and mobile assets including a modern fleet.
• Lead, and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of safety, and high performance.

About You

• Experience managing a mixed farming or broadacre cropping operation
• Strong knowledge of dryland cropping, and farm business management
• Proven leadership experience and the ability to develop high-performing teams
• Financial management, budgeting and planning capability
• Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills
• A commitment to safety, continuous improvement and operational excellence

Why Join Wilga Farming?

• Lead a significant farming aggregation with real autonomy and influence
• Work with modern farming systems, equipment and technology
• Join a progressive and growing agricultural business
• Competitive remuneration package including family accommodation (Spacious 4-bedroom family home and yard/personal sheds, 2-bedroom guest cottage and Pool) and vehicle
• Long-term career opportunities within a growing platform

About The Property

The Crillee Aggregation is a large-scale 6730-hectare mixed farming enterprise comprising three properties across the Central West region of NSW, Kooroora (3,183ha), Crillee (2,471ha) and Hallerton (1,130ha). Hallerton, Crillee and Kooroora form the Crillee Aggregation. It includes approximately 5,850 hectares of dryland cropping, 193 hectares of irrigated cropping, and 682 hectares dedicated to, conservation and operational support. The property is strategically located between Gilgandra and Dubbo, providing access to a major regional city and several welcoming country communities. With significant scale, diverse farming operations and an excellent regional location, the Crillee Aggregation offers the successful candidate the opportunity to contribute to a substantial agricultural enterprise and play an important role in its ongoing performance and development.

About Wilga Farming

• Wilga Farming Australia is an operating platform of Gunn Agri Partners, a leading manager of farming operations for Australian and international institutional investors.
• Wilga Farming is named after the native tree species Geijera parviflora, commonly known as the Wilga tree, an inland Australian species known for its resilience in drought and its value as livestock fodder. Historically, while fertile Brigalow and Belah landscapes were quickly brought into production, land populated by the hardy Wilga was often overlooked. These legacy shapes our mission: to unlock the agricultural potential of underutilised regions and expand Australia’s productive farmland.
• At Wilga Farming, we offer opportunities for growth in a purpose-driven organisation that values its people, prioritises safety, and leads with a vision for sustainable agricultural advancement. Our track record of success reflects the strength of our values and we’re growing because of them.