This permanent Assistant Manager role supports the General Manager within a well‑established mixed farming operation. The successful candidate will play a key role across cropping, spraying, machinery operations and staff mentoring, while contributing to planning, logistics, and decision‑making within a transparent and highly collaborative business. The business places strong emphasis on culture, education, mental wellbeing, and long‑term employment relationships.

Good Things to Know:

- The business operates with shared responsibility and open communication, not a top‑down management structure;
- Daily toolbox meetings, monthly budget reviews, and quarterly board‑style meetings involving staff;
- Significant investment in staff wellbeing, education, and professional development;
- Modern, well‑maintained machinery fleet.

About the Role:

- Broadacre cropping operations;
- Spraying (Hardi 36m boom spray);
- Machinery operation and maintenance;
- Record keeping and logistical planning;
- Mentoring and supporting junior staff;
- Working closely alongside the General Manager to share leadership responsibilities;




- Involvement in business discussions and long‑term planning.

About You:

- Experienced in broadacre cropping systems;
- Solid machinery and spraying background;
- Adaptable, collaborative, and confident communicator;
- Comfortable mentoring and supporting junior staff;
- Interested in long‑term development and progression toward higher responsibility.

What’s on Offer:

- Hourly pay structure, guide $38-40 per hour (excl. super) depending on experience;
- Salary in the vicinity of $80-100K depending on the hours you want to work;
- On‑farm, upgraded three‑bedroom family‑suitable home;
- Work vehicle and running costs provided;
- Strong partner employment opportunities available in nearby regional centres;
- Long‑term incentives where appropriate.

Additional information

- Supportive team environment with strong leadership and mentoring
- Located within easy access to regional centres, schools, healthcare etc
- On‑farm family‑suitable accommodation and vehicle provided

📌 Assistant Manager Cropping, Tailem Bend area, SA (REF 1497890) (Cooke Plains)
🏢 Rural Enterprises Australia
📍 Cooke Plains