Job Description

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GO.FARM is an Australian-owned, high-conviction agricultural investor, developer and manager with a clear purpose: to transform Australian agriculture.

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We identify underutilised and undercapitalised agricultural assets and reimagine them through land use change, investment in people, and adoption of climate-smart technologies. Our investment decisions and operations are underpinned by our Responsible Agriculture Framework, which guides our stewardship of natural capital, people and communities.

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Reporting to the General Manager – Goulburn Valley, the Almond Operations Manager will lead a team of Orchard Managers across the Goulburn Valley region, responsible for over 3,000 hectares of Almond Orchards planted, with ongoing development in progress.

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This is a senior operational leadership role with a strong focus on building capability, creating consistency and improving performance as the portfolio continues to grow.

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In this role, you will:

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- Lead, coach and develop a team of Orchard Managers, creating a high-performing and accountable culture
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- Own the almond production plan and delivery of yield, quality, tree health and orchard establishment outcomes
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- Lead operational planning across the portfolio and optimise labour, machinery, contractors, water and other shared resources
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- Establish consistent operating standards and drive disciplined execution across critical seasonal activities
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- Own the consolidated operating budget and forecast, actively manage key cost drivers and address performance variances through timely corrective action
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- Lead operational capital planning and create procurement opportunities that leverage the portfolio's collective puchasing ccale
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- Drive continuous improvement across systems, technology, productivity and ways of working
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- Partner closely with Agronomy, Projects, Maintenance, Assets, Melbourne Farm Hub and other functions, while leading a proactive safety culture across the portfolio
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- Other duties as required
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You are an experienced agricultural leader who can maintain strong portfolio level oversight while empowering Orchard Managers to own and deliver performance within their operations.

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You combine strong commercial judgement with practical agricultural knowledge and know how to create clarity, accountability and consistency across complex operations.

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You will ideally bring:

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- Demonstrated experience leading multiple operational managers and teams
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- Robust commercial capability across budgeting, forecasting, resource planning and operational performance
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- The ability to translate agronomic and strategic priorities into practical operational plans.
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- A track record of building capable teams, lifting leadership performance and creating accountability
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- Strong judgement, problem-solving skills and the ability to remain calm and decisive when priorities compete
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We're serious about building long-term careers in agriculture. You'll benefit from:

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A competitive salary, housing and vehicle provided, plus eligibility for a 20% Short Term Incentive

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- Real investment in your development, including 5% of your annual salary dedicated to learning
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- Flexibility through enhanced leave options, salary sacrifice opportunities, and competitive incentives
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- Access to growth programs focused on building long-term careers in agriculture
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- Wellbeing programs that support your financial, physical, and mental health
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📌 Almond Operations Manager (Katunga)
🏢 GO.FARM
📍 Katunga