The Horticulture Farm Manager will be responsible for the strategic oversight and day-to-day management of potato cultivation and harvesting operations. This includes directing crop production, irrigation, labour management, machinery use, and compliance with quality and safety standards. The role plays a critical leadership function in ensuring that all aspects of the potato growing cycle—from paddock planning to produce delivery—are optimised for efficiency, sustainability, and profitability.
Key Responsibilities
Monitoring crop production strategies and ensuring production output meets agreed specifications and market requirements
Planning and managing production schedules using Trimble Agri Data or equivalent systems
Oversee acquisition, maintenance and operation of farm equipment used in potato production
Recruit, train, and manage a seasonal workforce (including working holiday visa holders), ensuring productivity and adherence to farm standards.
Coordinate transport and accommodation for seasonal staff and manage onboarding administration in liaison with HR/payroll.
Oversee general farm maintenance and equipment scheduling, including the planning of seasonal off-crop tasks.
Enforce all relevant occupational health and safety standards across field operations.
Ensure the team operates in compliance with Australian agricultural laws, environmental standards, and visa regulations.
Experience required
Minimum three years' experience with proven leadership in horticultural or broadacre farming, with a focus on potato cultivation.
In-depth understanding of potato production cycles, crop rotation, and pests/disease management.
Advanced knowledge of irrigation techniques, machinery operations and agri-data systems.
Experience managing seasonal labour forces, including visa-related awareness.
Strong record-keeping, logistical coordination, and stakeholder communication skills.
Demonstrated capacity for problem-solving, especially under field conditions (e.g. weather, equipment issues)
Physically fit and capable of fieldwork during peak production times.
Qualifications required
Diploma or higher in Agriculture, Horticulture, or a related discipline (preferred but not mandatory).
Manual driver's licence.
Salary range: $65,000 to $75,000 per Annum + Superannuation
About Company
M & WJ McDougall is a family-owned business looking for candidates with experience in farm management which includes directing crop production, irrigation, labour management, machinery use and in compliance with quality and safety standards.
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