Senior Cropping & Field Operations Lead

Backwater Pastoral Co.; Narromine Shire Council; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Backwater Pastoral Co. in rural NSW seeks a full-time senior Cropping Manager to lead cropping across a 3000Ha mixed farming operation 40km southwest of Narromine. You will plan, implement and optimise cropping strategies to suit seasonal conditions and market needs.

This role requires experience in farming, self-motivation and strong communication with owners and contractors. Knowledge of modern farm equipment and chemical accreditation is essential to manage operations safely and efficiently.

Qualifications

• Industry experience with cropping operations.
• High ethical standards and self-motivation.
• Ability to operate modern farm equipment and apply chemicals.
• Good communication and ability to work independently or in a team.
• Must hold a current driver's license and have a vehicle.
• Livestock husbandry skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage cropping operations across the mixed farming operation.
• Make and implement key decisions within cropping enterprises.
• Communicate with business owners and contractors.

Skills

Experience in the industry

Ethical standards

Self-motivated

Communication skills

Operate modern farm equipment

Driver's license & own vehicle

Chemical accreditation

Livestock husbandry

Job description

Backwater Pastoral Co. in rural NSW seeks a full-time senior Cropping Manager to lead cropping across a 3000Ha mixed farming operation 40km southwest of Narromine. You will plan, implement and optimise cropping strategies to suit seasonal conditions and market needs.

This role requires experience in farming, self-motivation and strong communication with owners and contractors. Knowledge of modern farm equipment and chemical accreditation is essential to manage operations safely and efficiently.