Farm Operations Manager

Nambour Christian College; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite staff parking

Onsite Gym offering Membershipdiscount

Employee Assistance Program

Free Annual Flu Vaccinations

Salary packaging and staff discount on

NCC school fees discount as per NCC EA

Job summary

Nambour Christian College on the Sunshine Coast is seeking a hands-on Farm Operations Manager for Berakah Farm to lead day-to-day farm activities and ensure safe, sustainable practical learning experiences for students.

The role oversees livestock, crops, pasture, infrastructure and equipment, manages budgets and staff, and supports events while upholding Christian values. Term-time, fixed schedule, commencing January 2027.

Qualifications

• Practical farm knowledge across animal husbandry, crops and pasture management, machinery operation and property maintenance.
• Ability to plan and prioritise competing demands.
• Understand WHS, risk management and regulatory compliance; able to use digital tools to manage farm operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee livestock, crops, pasture, infrastructure and equipment for practical lessons.
• Supervise farm staff and volunteers, including line management of Teacher Assistant to Agricultural Science.
• Manage budgets, procurement, records and workplace health and safety requirements.
• Coordinate farm events and community engagement; ensure safe, sustainable operations.

Skills

Hands-on

Team leadership

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Education

Formal qualification preferred (vocational/tertiary)

Job description

Nambour Christian College – Sunshine Coast QLD

Farm Management (Farming, Animals and Conservation)

Farm Operations

Workplace Health and Safety

Machine Operation

Are you an experienced, hands‑on farm manager with a heart for young people? Do you have the skills to lead the day‑to‑day operations of a working school farm and help create practical agricultural learning experiences where students can grow and flourish? If so, we would love to hear from you!

We welcome applications for the role of Farm Operations Manager at Berakah Farm. This is a permanent, term‑time only position (38 hours per week), commencing January 2027.

About the role

We are seeking a capable and well‑organised Farm Operations Manager to lead the day‑to‑day management of Berakah Farm. Working closely with the Head of Agricultural Science and the Agricultural Science team, this role ensures the farm operates safely, efficiently and sustainably, while providing high‑quality agricultural learning experiences for our students.

The successful candidate will oversee livestock, crops, pasture, infrastructure and equipment, and plan and prepare the resources, facilities and animals needed for practical lessons. They will supervise and support farm staff and volunteers, including line management of the Teacher Assistant to Agricultural Science, and manage budgets, procurement, records and workplace health and safety requirements. The role also includes ensuring the ongoing care of animals and farm enterprises outside scheduled class times, including weekends and holiday periods, and supporting farm events, community engagement and initiatives that promote Berakah Farm.

Committed to Christian education, the successful candidate will model Christian care and integrity, and help foster a safe and supportive environment where students can learn, grow and discover their God‑given gifts through practical, hands‑on experience.

For more details, please refer to the Position Description, Application Form, and Statement of Faith available on our website.

About You

At NCC, our support staff play a vital role in the life of the College, working alongside teachers to help students reach their full potential intellectually, emotionally, socially, physically and spiritually.

You are a practical, hands‑on and well‑organised farm professional with a heart for young people. You bring general farm knowledge and experience across animal husbandry, crop and pasture management, machinery operation and property maintenance, and you can plan and prioritise competing demands so that nothing is overlooked.

An effective communicator and team leader, you build positive relationships with students, staff, volunteers, families and external stakeholders. You understand workplace health and safety, risk management and regulatory compliance, and are confident using systems, records and digital tools to manage farm operations. A formal qualification (vocational and/or tertiary) is preferred, and you hold (or are eligible to obtain) a current Queensland Paid Working with Children Check (Blue Card).

With a strong personal faith and commitment to the Mission and Vision of Nambour Christian College, you show genuine Christian care for students and model integrity, stewardship and service in all you do. You are also keen to contribute to the wider life of the College, from farm events and community engagement to promoting the educational value and long‑term sustainability of Berakah Farm.

About Us

Friendly, welcoming and supportive team that share Christian values ?

Salary as set out in the NCC Enterprise Agreement?

Free onsite staff parking

Onsite Gym offering Membership discount to employees

Employee Assistance Program

Free Annual Flu Vaccinations

Salary packaging and staff discount on NCC school fees as per NCC EA

The practices of the College are based on Biblical Christian principles and values. We seek committed Christians who have a passion to serve, model, guide and support our students, and who will proactively contribute to and participate in the spiritual life of the College.

Applications will only be considered on receipt of our Employment Application Form to Support Staff and a signed Statement of Faith

Applications close 8.00 am Friday 4 December 2026. We encourage you to apply today as applications may close before this date if a suitable candidate is identified. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.