farm manager

Government of Canada - Central; South Dundas; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in Ontario is looking for a Farm Manager to oversee agricultural activities. Responsibilities include dividing produce lots, organizing planting, and managing farm operations. A Bachelor's degree is required, along with experience in farm management. Applicants must be prepared to work at the physical location, with no remote option. This position offers free parking as part of the benefits.

Benefits

Free parking available

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor's degree in agriculture or a related field.
• Experience managing farm operations is essential.
• Ability to train staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Divide harvested produce into marketable and non-marketable lots.
• Organize planting, cultivating, and crop harvesting activities.
• Train trees to produce higher quality fruit.
• Manage overall farm operations.
• Establish marketing programs.
• Maintain financial and production records.
• Perform general farm duties.
• Recruit, hire, and supervise staff and/or volunteers.
• Plan and maintain production schedules.
• Plan and organize daily operations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Management skills

Training abilities

Financial record-keeping

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Bachelor's degree

Experience

7 months to less than 1 year

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities Tasks

• Divide fresh harvested produce into marketable lots and non-marketable lots
• Organize planting, cultivating and crop harvesting activities
• Train trees to produce more fruit of higher quality
• Manage overall operation of farm
• Establish marketing programs
• Maintain financial and production records
• Perform general farm duties
• Recruit, hire and supervise staff and/or volunteers
• Plan and maintain production schedules
• Plan and organize daily operations

Benefits Other benefits

• Free parking available