Grain Farm Manager

Double M Farms- Highway 21 Feeders Ltd; Canada; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a results-focused individual to manage a vast 12,000-acre grain farm operation. This role demands a proactive leader who can develop and implement seasonal plans, liaise with landowners, and ensure the safety and efficiency of the workplace. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of crop management and proven leadership skills to coach a diverse team. If you are passionate about agriculture and ready to take on a significant management role, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of crop input and output is essential.
• Proven leadership and team-building skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement seasonal plans for farm operations.
• Lead, supervise, and train team members effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Team Building

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Decision-Making Skills

Computer Proficiency

Coaching

Education

Diploma/Degree in Agribusiness

Business Administration

Agronomy or CCA training

Job description

Opportunity for a results-focused individual to be accountable for all aspects of management for a 12,000-acre grain farm operation. This individual shall report directly to the GM and owner.

Responsibilities:

1. Development of and implementing seasonal plans
2. Liaise with landowners and crop share holders
3. Procurement of Agri-products and inventory
4. Lead, supervise and train team members
5. Conduct performance and development reviews of team
6. Ensure safety and efficiency in the workplace
7. Forecast and prepare annual operating budgets
8. Share equipment need & maintenance knowledge

Requirements:

1. Extensive knowledge of crop input and output
2. Proven leadership, team building and interpersonal skills
3. Fluent with computers
4. Excellent organizational, communication and decision-making skills
5. Experience in management
6. Effectively coach and lead a team of diversified equipment operators
7. Ability to work in unison with department leads
8. Legally entitled to work in Canada

Preferred:

1. Diploma/Degree in Agribusiness &/or Business Admin
2. Agronomy or CCA training, PAC/PDC Certification, C1 license