Location 86 Bidwill Road,Bidwill, QLD, ****,Australia
Employee Type Full-Time
Contact information
Contact Name TRACEY SCOTT
Contact Phone ***********
Description
Maryborough, Queensland
Permanent / Full-time Position
About the Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Leading Farm Hand to join our Maryborough Macadamia Operations team. This is an opportunity to step into a practical leadership role where you will help coordinate daily orchard activities, guide Farm Hands and contribute directly to safe, productive and high-quality operations.
Working closely with the Orchard Manager, you will lead by example across a broad range of established orchard activities, including pruning, fertilising, harvesting, irrigation, orchard maintenance and machinery operation. You will also support accurate record keeping and contribute to the continuous improvement of operational and safety processes.
This role will suit a reliable and organised agricultural professional who enjoys working outdoors, supervising day-to-day work and taking ownership of operational outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Orchard Manager, you will:
Supervise and coordinate small teams of employees, contractors and labour hire personnel
Plan and support daily orchard activities in line with operational priorities
Undertake and oversee pruning, fertilising, harvesting, irrigation, orchard maintenance and machinery operations
Promote a strong safety culture by modelling safe work practices and ensuring procedures are followed
Monitor work quality,



identify issues and communicate progress to the Orchard Manager
Identify training needs and provide practical guidance and on-the-job support to team members
Contribute to improvements in farming systems, operational processes, and environmental and safety outcomes
Maintain accurate records for operational inputs, maintenance, chemical applications, fertiliser programs, irrigation, safety, payroll and cost allocation
Help create a positive, respectful and productive working environment
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will require:
Extensive practical experience in farming, horticulture or orchard operations
Experience supervising or coordinating small operational teams
Proven machinery operating experience and sound mechanical knowledge
Good communication, organisation and record-keeping skills
A strong commitment to workplace safety and following operational procedures
A valid C Class Driver's Licence
A current Chemical Certificate
Flexibility and reliability, including availability to work varied hours to meet operational demands
The following will be highly regarded:
Loader and chainsaw operation tickets
Formal leadership training




Safety-related training and qualifications
HR Class Driver's Licence
First Aid Certificate
Above Award wage
Permanent full-time employment within a growing agricultural business
A varied, hands-on role supporting established macadamia orchard operations
Salary continuance insurance and life insurance, subject to eligibility criteria
Annual discretionary bonus, subject to eligibility criteria
Access to the Employee Assistance Program
Appointment to the role is subject to satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks, which may include medical screening, reference checks and right to work verification.
About Rural Funds Management
Rural Funds Management (RFM) is an industry leader managing approximately $2.5 billion in agricultural assets on behalf of retail and institutional investors, including the ASX-listed Rural Funds Group (RFF). We have over 29 years' experience owning, developing, and operating farms in most Australian states.
At RFM, our culture is built on the core principle of "Managing good assets with positive people". We believe in being precise, offering variety, rewarding effort, and providing a friendly workplace.
Joining RFM means becoming part of a dedicated team of over 270 professionals, including fund managers, finance experts, horticulturists, agronomists and farm managers. Whether you are seeking a corporate or operational role, RFM has a place for individuals who are passionate about agriculture and finance.
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