Farm Manager
Are you a strategic agricultural leader with a proven record of managing large-scale, continuous cannabis production across specialized indoor and greenhouse environments?
Australian Cannabis University is a leading licensed cannabis producer operating a large, year-round farm. We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Farm Manager to ensure operational excellence, maximize production volume, and maintain uncompromising quality across our entire cultivation facility.
Key Responsibilities:
The Farm Manager will have complete operational oversight and accountability for the entire production area, managing the consistent flow and high-volume production rate of plants across distinct production environments:
Cultivation & Production Volume:
* Oversee continuous crop cycles to ensure consistent, maximized output, coordinating plant movement and strict adherence to production schedules across all grow phases.
* Develop, implement, and continuously refine Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for irrigation, nutrient feeding, and specialized Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs tailored for mixed-environment cultivation.
* Environmental Management: Expertly manage all environmental systems, including HVAC, lighting, and irrigation in controlled environments and ventilation, shading, and climate control in large greenhouses.
* Lead all post-harvest processes (harvest, drying, curing, trimming, and packaging), optimizing these processes for efficiency and timely product release.
Team Management & Supervision:
* Directly manage, train, and supervise a dedicated team of farm hands
* Responsible for day-to-day team performance, task delegation, training new staff on SOPs, coaching, and ensuring safety compliance.
* Develop and manage the farm operating budget, strategically allocating resources to maintain continuous production flow and maximize resource utilization.
* Implement best practices for continuous operational improvement to maximize efficiency and optimize production flow throughout the facility.
Compliance & Inventory:
* Ensure 100% adherence to all state/provincial cannabis regulations, including security and facility access protocols.
* Maintain meticulous and accurate inventory records, tracking plants accurately through every growth stage and environmental transition.
Qualifications & Requirements
* Progressive management experience in large-scale commercial agriculture or horticulture.
* Direct experience managing commercial cannabis cultivation, with documented success in high-volume, year-round production models.
* Expertise in managing complex irrigation and nutrient delivery systems for both indoor and greenhouse crops.
* Proven ability to manage a small team effectively and oversee complex operational budgets.
* Strong understanding of plant science, greenhouse management, and climate control systems.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $40.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
* Employee discount
* Housing provided
Work Location: In person