Farm Manager: Cropping & Irrigation Leader

Meridian Agriculture; Mathoura; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-bedroom on-site home

Long-term opportunity

Above-award remuneration

Job summary

Meridian Agriculture in Mathoura, NSW is seeking an experienced Farm Manager focused on cropping and irrigation to lead day-to-day operations and drive performance across the property’s cropping and irrigation program.

You will coordinate and mentor contractors, manage budgeting and reporting, and collaborate with livestock to optimise integrated farming outcomes, with a long-term growth mindset.

Qualifications

• Experience in broadacre cropping and mixed farming with irrigation exposure.
• Ability to analyse farm performance and provide practical, strategic advice to owners.
• Willingness for long-term leadership and planning responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the cropping program with seasonal planning and continuous improvement.
• Manage and optimise irrigation systems, including pivot infrastructure and water efficiency.
• Provide informed advice to owners on cropping performance, seasonal outlooks and investments.
• Coordinate and manage external contractors, ensuring high-quality execution across cropping and irrigation.
• Oversee farm infrastructure, including irrigation networks, fencing, water systems and machinery.
• Work with livestock manager to align livestock and cropping outcomes.
• Manage budgets, cashflow, reporting, compliance and records; interpret data for clear communication.
• Monitor seasonal conditions, market trends and agronomic developments to support proactive decisions.

Skills

Broadacre cropping

Irrigation systems management

Livestock integration

Data analysis & reporting

Strategic planning

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Agriculture or related field

Tools

Pivot irrigation systems

Job description

Meridian Agriculture in Mathoura, NSW is seeking an experienced Farm Manager focused on cropping and irrigation to lead day-to-day operations and drive performance across the property’s cropping and irrigation program.

You will coordinate and mentor contractors, manage budgeting and reporting, and collaborate with livestock to optimise integrated farming outcomes, with a long-term growth mindset.