Our client, L&L; FARMING PTY LTD trading as VIRK PLANTATION, is seeking an experienced and motivated Horticulture Farm Manager to oversee and manage horticultural production operations on a full-time basis.

Tasks include:

- Establish and execute farm production strategies and operational plans to ensure consistent and optimal crop yields.
- Collaborate with management and other farm workers on production planning, operational performance, and resource coordination matters.
- Allocate duties, provide direction, and assess staff performance to ensure productivity targets and operational standards are met.
- Coordinate crop production schedules, balancing output quality, production volumes, cost controls, timelines, and workforce requirements.
- Direct daily horticultural activities, including land preparation, planting cycles, irrigation programs, fertilizer application, harvesting, and crop care.
- Maintain accurate production records, operational reports, and regulatory documentation to support business planning and compliance obligations.
- Regulate plant and machinery operations by setting maintenance programs, operational schedules, and ensuring the availability of appropriate tools and equipment.
- Plan and manage the procurement, installation, commissioning, and effective utilization of farm machinery and production equipment.
- Analyze production performance and expenditure trends,



implementing process adjustments to enhance efficiency and reduce operational costs.
- Participate in and guide research into improved farming techniques, crop management practices, and production systems, translating findings into operational improvements.
- Enforce workplace health and safety standards, ensuring safe systems of work are consistently applied across all farm operations.

Qualifications and skills:

- Have at least relevant AQF Cert III or Cert IV qualifications and Have 2 Years of working experience in a similar role in a farm setting. or equivalent or 3 years of employment experience with formal training OR 5 years of experience without formal training.
- Robust understanding of agricultural production processes.
- Strong knowledge of horticultural production processes and farm operations.
- Ability to plan, manage and coordinate staff and resources effectively.
- Sound understanding of workplace health and safety requirements.
- Strong organisational, leadership and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and make informed operational decisions.

Salary range: $70,000 - $80,000 plus superannuation

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📌 Horticulture Farm Manager (Innisfail)
🏢 VA Recruitment
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