All Aspects Recruitment & HR Services – Katherine NT
$100,000 - $150,000 a year
Full time, Permanent
All Aspects Recruitment are seeking a hands on and committed Assistant Farm Manager to join its newly established potato operation in Katherine, NT. This position is ideal for someone with cropping, machine operations and/or mechanical experience - ideally with exposure to potatoes or other root crops.
Remuneration
* Base Salary: $100,000 to $150,000 (dependant on experience)
* Accommodation: On farm 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom house provided
* Transport: Vehicle Included
* Relocation: Case by Case Basis
Key Accountabilities
* Preparing the soil, tiling, planting, fertilising and harvesting the crops.
* Coordinate and supervise the work of general farm workers and labourers.
* Carry out and oversee the planting program.
* Supervise and oversee growing and other crop-related operations.
* Planting program is delivered as per instruction from the Operations Manager.
* Coordinate seed production and seed sourcing, purchase and inventory.
* Coordinate the repair and maintenance of all fertigation, spreading and spray equipment.
* Responsible for the calibration of all fertigation, spreading and spray equipment.
* Report to Operations Manager of water usage versus issued licence quotas.
* Maintain quality control and production records.
* Evaluate compatible break crops.
* Maintain ground soil sustainability.
* All other requirements as directed to achieve business objectives.
Required Experience / Qualifications
* Diploma in a relevant field plus at least 1 year of relevant experience or at least 3 years of relevant experience.
* Experience in horticultural operations / farm management.
* Experience in the management of potato, carrot, and onion crops (desirable).
* Basic mechanical knowledge and experience working with large scale agricultural machinery.
* Unrestricted Class C Drivers Licence (essential).
* Chemical User Certificate Accreditation (essential).
* Cultural adaptability and a willingness to work with a diverse range of stakeholders.
* Ability and willingness to undertake manual, and sometimes physical work.
* Ability and willingness to work outdoors, in all kinds of weather conditions.
* A willingness to be hands on and participate in a broad range of duties, a strong work ethic is essential.
* Respect for others and pride in team's performance.
* Commitment to ongoing learning.
* Commitment to delivering team goals and the drive to be successful.
For more information on this position, please contact the NT Recruitment Team on 7***.
How to Apply
Submit your resume and cover letter to ****@aarecruit.com.au with the subject: (YOUR NAME) - Assistant Farm Manager
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