Assistant Farm Manager

RGIT Australia; Childers; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Macadamia Farm Management in Queensland seeks an Assistant Farm Manager to support the Farm Manager in safe, efficient, daily operations on a thriving macadamia property in the Bundaberg region.

You will lead by example through hands-on involvement, including machinery operation, irrigation management, staff supervision, and coordination of field activities, while mentoring team members to improve productivity and uphold our values.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in agricultural operations.
• Ability to operate and supervise farming machinery and irrigation systems.
• Experience with chemical handling and safety protocols.
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to coordinate tasks and people.
• Familiarity with farm software and electronic time/attendance platforms.
• Strong administrative skills including ordering, invoicing and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Support Farm Manager in safe, efficient, day-to-day operations.
• Lead hands-on day-to-day activities including machinery operation and field coordination.
• Mentor and develop team members to drive productivity.
• Coordinate staff, contractors and field activities while upholding safety standards.

Skills

Driver's Licence

Farming operations experience

Chemical handling & irrigation systems

Team leadership

Farm software & attendance systems

Administrative skills

Strong communication

Mechanical aptitude

Job description

Join a dynamic team at Macadamia Farm Management and step into a rewarding leadership role where your expertise in farming operations directly contributes to premium macadamia production and grower success.

We are seeking a motivated Assistant Farm Manager to support the Farm Manager in delivering safe, efficient and productive day-to-day operations on a thriving macadamia property in the Bundaberg region.

Why Childers (50kms from Bundaberg)??

Live where acquiring a house is still possible, the commute is short, and the high street still has Queensland heritage charm. Childers is 40 minutes from Bundaberg, 30 minutes from the beach. Affordable, quiet, connected.

About the Role

As Assistant Farm Manager, you will provide operational support to the Farm Manager, helping to ensure all farming activities are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

You will lead by example through hands-on involvement in day-to-day operations, including machinery operation, irrigation management, supervision of staff and contractors, and coordination of field activities. You'll also play an important role in mentoring team members, driving productivity and fostering a positive workplace culture aligned with our company values.

What We're Looking For

• Current Driver's Licence.
• Proven experience in agricultural or farming operations.
• Experience with chemical handling and application, machinery operation and irrigation systems.
• Strong understanding of team leadership, task coordination and workplace safety.
• Experience using farm software, record-keeping systems and electronic time and attendance platforms.
• Sound administrative skills, including ordering, invoicing and reporting.
• Strong communication skills and a positive, adaptable, can-do attitude.
• Mechanical aptitude and a commitment to continuous improvement.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to grow your career within a respected and expanding macadamia business.
• A supportive, values-driven team environment.
• Genuine involvement in operational decision-making and farm performance.
• Ongoing development of your leadership, farm management, agronomy and technology skills.
• The chance to live and work in a desirable Queensland regional location.