Horticulture Farm Manager

STAFF HARBOUR PTY LTD; Coffs Harbour City Council; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

STAFF HARBOUR PTY LTD in New South Wales is seeking an experienced Horticulture Farm Manager to oversee cultivation, production, and operational management of horticultural activities. You will lead farm personnel to achieve production targets and maintain quality standards.

The role involves planning production, coordinating planting, irrigation, harvesting, post-harvest activities, and liaising with suppliers.

Qualifications

• AQF Diploma or higher qualification in Agriculture, Horticulture, Farm Management or related field.
• At least 2–3 years of relevant experience in horticultural production, farm operations or agricultural management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor farm production plans and operational strategies.
• Coordinate planting, cultivation, irrigation, harvesting and post-harvest activities.
• Monitor crop performance, production outputs and resource utilisation to achieve production targets.
• Oversee quality assurance procedures and ensure produce meets required standards.
• Manage labour requirements, allocate work tasks and supervise farm staff.
• Monitor farm equipment, facilities and infrastructure, arranging maintenance where required.

Skills

Horticulture knowledge

Farm management

Education

AQF Diploma or higher in Agriculture/Horticulture

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Our client, R Vashist & V Vishawjeet, is seeking an experienced and motivated Horticulture Farm Manager to oversee the cultivation, production and operational management of its horticultural farming activities. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring efficient farm operations, maintaining production quality standards and leading farm personnel to achieve business objectives. Job Title:

• Horticulture Farm Manager

Job Responsibility:

• Manage and coordinate horticultural production activities, including crop cultivation, harvesting, resource allocation and workforce supervision, to ensure productivity, quality and operational efficiency.

Duties:

• Develop, implement and monitor farm production plans and operational strategies.
• Coordinate planting, cultivation, irrigation, harvesting and post-harvest activities.
• Monitor crop performance, production outputs and resource utilisation to achieve production targets.
• Oversee quality assurance procedures and ensure produce meets required standards.
• Manage labour requirements, allocate work tasks and supervise farm staff.
• Monitor farm equipment, facilities and infrastructure, arranging maintenance where required.
• Maintain production records and prepare operational reports.
• Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety requirements and relevant agricultural regulations.
• Liaise with suppliers, contractors and other stakeholders regarding production and operational matters.

Qualifications:

• AQF Diploma or higher qualification in Agriculture, Horticulture, Farm Management or a related field.
• At least 2–3 years of relevant experience in horticultural production, farm operations or agricultural management.

Salary:

• AUD $80,000 – $90,000 per annum + Superannuation

Working Conditions:

• Full-time, permanent position
• 38 hours per week