Hands-On Farm Manager: Protected Crops + Housing

Ricardoes Tomatoes and Strawberries; Port Macquarie; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On‑farm accommodation for farm manager

Job summary

Ricardoes Tomatoes and Strawberries in Port Macquarie NSW is seeking a motivated Farm Manager to oversee two acres of protected tomato crops and one acre of protected strawberries. The role combines crop production, team leadership and general farm maintenance, with on-site accommodation available for the right candidate.

You will work with the current Farm Manager to ensure crops and production systems run smoothly, while leading staff and maintaining high safety and efficiency standards.

Qualifications

• Interest in agriculture, horticulture or crop production.
• Horticultural experience or relevant qualifications preferred.
• Practical skills with hand and power tools; general repairs.
• Ability to work safely at heights when required.
• Hands-on approach with problem-solving and willingness to learn.
• Ability to organize work, communicate clearly and manage staff.
• Commitment to workplace safety and responsible use of agricultural chemicals.

Responsibilities

• Managing and supporting farm staff, coordinating daily tasks and work priorities.
• Managing irrigation and fertigation systems to maintain optimal crop growth.
• Handling agricultural chemicals safely and responsibly.
• Implementing an integrated pest management (IPM) program.
• Operating and maintaining farm machinery and equipment.
• Carrying out general farm repairs, maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Maintaining a safe, organised and productive working environment.

Skills

Interest in agriculture

Horticultural experience

Practical use of hand/power tools

Work at heights

Hands-on approach

Team management

Safety with agro-chemicals

Education

Agricultural qualifications (highly regarded)

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Ricardoes Tomatoes and Strawberries in Port Macquarie NSW is seeking a motivated Farm Manager to oversee two acres of protected tomato crops and one acre of protected strawberries. The role combines crop production, team leadership and general farm maintenance, with on-site accommodation available for the right candidate.

You will work with the current Farm Manager to ensure crops and production systems run smoothly, while leading staff and maintaining high safety and efficiency standards.