School Farm Ops Manager – Term-Time, Hands-on Leadership

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 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.