Senior Farm Operator & Team Lead - Irrigation & Livestock

Goulburn Valley Water; Tongala, Cobram, Greater Shepparton; On-site; AUD 83,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Regional lifestyle benefits

12 RDOs per year

Wellbeing program (flu vaccinations, 皮

Job summary

Goulburn Valley Water (GVW) seeks a Senior Operator - Farming to lead a Northern region farming team, overseeing irrigation, livestock, cropping and pasture management across Tongala, Cobram, Shepparton and surrounds.

This hands-on role combines fieldwork with leadership, mentoring operators and trainees, ensuring safe, sustainable and commercially viable operations and using farm management software. Travel across districts is a possibility.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Agriculture or Certificate III in Agriculture with 5+ years relevant experience, or 7+ years relevant experience.
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in farm agriculture including irrigation, livestock, feedlot and cropping operations.
• Experience leading, coaching or supporting a small team.
• Experience in livestock and pasture management, particularly cattle or sheep operations.
• Experience operating and maintaining irrigation systems and equipment.
• Strong computer skills and the ability to learn and utilise farm management software and digital systems.
• A strong commitment to safety and safe work practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational, self-management and problem-solving skills.
• A hands-on approach and the ability to work outdoors in a range of conditions.

Responsibilities

• Lead farming operations across GVW's Northern region, including Tongala, Cobram, Shepparton and surrounds.
• Oversee irrigation management, livestock operations, cropping and pasture management, and farm maintenance.
• Coordinate contractors and mentor farm operators and trainees to foster a high-performance team culture.
• Assist with planning, reporting and compliance with operational, environmental and safety requirements.
• Provide guidance and leadership support for the Farm Coordinator and Team Leaders.
• Travel across GVW districts as required.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety

Problem solving

Education

Certificate IV in Agriculture

Certificate III in Agriculture

Tools

AgriWebb

AgWorld

Irrigation automation

Job description

Goulburn Valley Water (GVW) seeks a Senior Operator - Farming to lead a Northern region farming team, overseeing irrigation, livestock, cropping and pasture management across Tongala, Cobram, Shepparton and surrounds.

This hands-on role combines fieldwork with leadership, mentoring operators and trainees, ensuring safe, sustainable and commercially viable operations and using farm management software. Travel across districts is a possibility.