Senior Manager Farm Operations & Education Job in West Tamworth Recruiting by Galati

Senior Manager - Farm Operations & Education The Environment The University of New England (UNE) is a regionally based, globally networked university that is renowned for the quality of its student experience and research excellence. The UNE decadal strategic plan 2021-2030, Future Fit, has been developed to guide the University to deliver on its enduring vision to support the aspirations of individuals in communities, and communities within regions, in a digital age. The UNE Armidale SMART Farms, (7 properties covering 2,900ha) are an essential service provider of research and educational facilities that enable researchers, industry and community partners to conduct world class activities to solve real world problems. Activities and operations encompass Sustainable, Manageable, Accessible, Rural Technologies (SMART) and support a broad range of disciplines. As such the Farms provide an ideal place to educate students and the community about modern technologies that aim to revolutionize agricultural systems. The Role Reporting to the Director SMART Farms and Centre for Animal Research and… On behalf of our client (Galati Group), we are advertising.About usGalati Group is an Australian family-owned and managed company with expertise in the cultivation, harvesting, ripening, and marketing of tropical fruits and vegetables.With a history dating back to the 1960s, our organisation operates 17 retail stores and produces high-quality fresh produce grown using approved manufacturing practices and harvested at the optimal stage of growth.Our state-of-the-art processing and packaging facility, located south of Perth, ensures optimal freshness and quality for our customers.Growing potatoes, carrots, onion, broccoli, and cauliflower across Western Australia, we are now on the lookout for a Mixed Crop Farmer to play a key role in their vegetal farming operation located near GINGIN WA 6503.The RoleAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a Mixed Crop Farmer to join Galati's farming team, located in GINGIN WA 6503, and overseeing operations across two properties situated just over 120km north of Perth. These properties cultivate potatoes, carrots, onion, broccoli, andcauliflower under pivot-irrigation across a total area of 340ha. Furthermore, there is an additional 1000ha of land available for expansion, as part of our goal to continuously boost productivity.As Mixed Crop Farmer, you will be accountable for maintaining the highest standards of operational efficiency by implementing and overseeing best practices across all areas, including irrigation management, spraying, harvesting, planting, and all other designatedresponsibilities.Job Tasks and responsibilities:• Assist Farm Manager & Agronomist with irrigation, soil monitoring and pest control• Ensure effective running of farming operations according to high horticulture standards• Operate a broad range of machinery and carry out minor maintenance• Ensure all special requirements are met during harvest• Coordinate & train staff and contractors• Complete QA requirements that meet audits' standardsAbout You• Enthusiastic and willing to learn, the successful applicant will ideally have comprehensive knowledge of horticultural practices, and be able to drive tractors, mix chemicals, and understand cultivation principals for vegetable crops.To be considered for the role, it's important you can address the following criteria:• Minimum 3 years' Horticulture experience• Freshcare knowledge• ChemCert accredited• First Aid Certificate• Valid driver's license (C class) – unrestricted manual license (essential)• Heavy vehicle – HR or MC license (desired)BenefitsOn offer for the successful candidate:• Competitive salary package• Housing allowance• Vehicle (available for personal use, within reason)• Professional development• Relocation assistance (if applicable)To be successful for this position, you must be able to prove your experience through an up-to-date resume and strong references.If you believe your skills and experience matches the above criteria and you can commit toongoing work, please apply by emailing your resume to: ****** : $75,000 per annumPosition: Full Time FARMING AND TRADES AUSTRALIAOur client is looking for a Full-Time Assistant Manager for its mixed farming enterprise. The operations are based at Manoora SA, with additional properties in the Eastern Districts Pastoral Zone and Fleurieu Hills.The Assistant Manager will report to the owners. Out of hours and weekend work is expected on occasion, when necessary. Some travel is also required between properties, with the employee required to stay at the away properties at times.Salary being offered is $70,000 + super.Duties including but not limited to:• Seeding of commercial and fodder crops• Manage and implement feed program• Monitor pasture• Maintain water and fences• Maintain machinery (basic)• Shift stock• General sheep husbandry• Meet lambing/weaning targets• Meet budgets• Record farm activitiesEssential skillsAt least 5 years' experienceOnly genuine applicants will be contacted Stay safe online Cyber criminals are taking advantage of COVID-19. Be careful about who you give your information to. Never give your bank or credit card details or date of birth when applying for a job. Check if the job is genuine by researching the business and contacting them before applying. If this job ad is broken, incorrect, suspicious or offensive, report this job . attach_money attach_money Salary not specified work_outline work_outline Full time position, Permanent position calendar_today calendar_today Closes 05 May 2024, 12:00 AM #J-18808-Ljbffr