Far North Queensland Farm Manager: Lead Multi-Farm Harvest

Costa Group; Atherton; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Costa Group is seeking an experienced Farm Manager to lead operations across Far North Queensland farms, including Atherton. You will drive crop management, workforce coordination and production plans to meet business priorities.

You will lead teams, monitor health and yield, and ensure safety, quality and environmental standards. Regular travel between FNQ farms is expected in this permanent on-site role.

Qualifications

• Experience leading horticultural operations across multiple sites.
• Strong knowledge of crop production, protection, and farm maintenance.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and resources effectively.
• Experience developing and coaching farm teams to meet targets.
• Committed to safety, food safety, quality and environmental standards.
• Excellent communication with stakeholders and teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate farming activities across multiple FNQ farms.
• Oversee crop management, farm maintenance, harvest prep, and seasonal activities.
• Monitor crop health, quality, yield, and farm performance; address risks.
• Coach and develop farm teams; support workforce planning and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with horticultural, irrigation, harvest, and technical teams on plans.
• Contribute to budgets, forecasts and performance reporting.
• Ensure all activities meet safety, food safety, quality, and legal requirements.

Skills

Farming leadership

Crop production knowledge

Budgeting

Team development

Safety compliance

Stakeholder management

Interpersonal communication

MS Office & data

Tools

Farm management software

Irrigation systems

Job description

Costa Group is seeking an experienced Farm Manager to lead operations across Far North Queensland farms, including Atherton. You will drive crop management, workforce coordination and production plans to meet business priorities.

You will lead teams, monitor health and yield, and ensure safety, quality and environmental standards. Regular travel between FNQ farms is expected in this permanent on-site role.