Based in Silvan in Victoria’s Yarra Ranges, T & G Farms grows, harvests and packs strawberries across its local farming operations.

Roles and responsibilities

- Plan and manage commercial strawberry production across T & G Farms’ sites in Silvan, from ground preparation and planting through to harvest.
- Set seasonal production targets and approve planting schedules, crop programs and resource requirements for each farm block.
- Manage operating budgets and monitor labour, fertiliser, water and equipment costs against production targets.
- Lead farm supervisors and allocate labour, machinery and supplies across sites according to seasonal priorities.
- Review crop performance, irrigation, nutrition and pest and disease management programs, and direct corrective action where needed.
- Coordinate with the packing team to align harvest forecasts and picking schedules with shed capacity and customer orders.
- Plan maintenance and replacement of farm machinery, irrigation systems and infrastructure to minimise disruptions during peak periods.
- Oversee farm safety, chemical use, biosecurity and production recordkeeping,



and report on yield, quality and costs to the Director.

Eligibility Criteria:

- A relevant AQF Certificate III or IV, or an equivalent qualification, and at least two years of experience in a similar role on a farm. Alternatively, applicants may have at least three years of relevant experience with formal training or at least five years of relevant experience without formal training.
- Strong understanding of agricultural production processes.
- Ability to assess problems and make timely decisions when quality issues, equipment breakdowns or other operational challenges arise.
- Strong quality control skills and attention to detail when checking produce against required standards.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to coordinate work across departments.
- Robust organisational skills to manage multiple tasks and priorities and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.

Pay: $75,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Horticulture Farm Manager (Silvan)
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