Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Senior Crop and Livestock Production Manager to support farm operations and manage cropping and livestock enterprises.
Key Responsibilities
* Operate and maintain large-scale modern farm machinery including tractors, seeders, sprayers, harvesters, and trucks.
* Assist with land preparation, seeding, fertiliser application, spraying, harvest operations, and grain handling/storage.
* Monitor crop growth, weeds, pests, and disease; carry out management actions under direction of farm managers and agronomists.
* Record paddock operations and input usage accurately for compliance and sustainability reporting.
Livestock Management
* Daily management of Merino and crossbred sheep including feeding, mustering, lambing, drenching, shearing, and animal welfare monitoring.
* Maintenance of fencing, water systems, and confinement feeding infrastructure.
* Assist with genetic selection and breeding programs to improve flock performance.
Farm Leadership
* Supervise and train junior staff and seasonal workers.
* Undertake machinery pre-start checks, safe operation, and minor mechanical servicing.
* Implement and adhere to WHS standards, biosecurity protocols, and environmental compliance.
* Work collaboratively with agronomists, contractors, and management to deliver seasonal production targets.