The Company:
Impact Ag Partners Australia is a specialist agricultural investment and development firm with deep expertise and a proven track record. They lead the market in identifying, optimising and monetising natural capital for agriculture. They work with institutional investors and family offices to acquire, develop, and operate premium agricultural assets using regenerative farming practices – generating value from both monetising natural capital and optimising food and fibre production.
Working across intensive grazing, broadacre dryland and irrigated farms and permanent tree cops throughout Australia and the United States, Impact Ag Partners are the first ones to deliver a profitable nature-positive transition at scale – partnering with purpose-driven investors to accelerate global impact. Impact Ag Partners has transformed over 240,000 hectares across two continents using regenerative farming practices and other nature-based solutions that optimise food and fibre production, while protecting the land's ability to support future generations.
The Position:
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Operating Officer is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day management and long-term planning of the company's farm operations. This role ensures that all farming activities are conducted efficiently, sustainably, and in alignment with the company's strategic objectives. The Chief Operating Officer leads a team of group managers and farm managers, driving operational excellence, productivity, and continuous improvement across all farms under the company's management.
Key responsibilities include operational management, team leadership and development, financial management, natural capital management and innovation, key stakeholder engagement and WHS, compliance and risk management.
The Person:
We are keen to hear from you if you possess the following skills, experience and key attributes:
Extensive experience in large scale aggregated farm operations management, with a strong understanding of dryland and irrigated cropping as well as livestock production Proven leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a large and diverse team across a geographically spread environment Strong financial acumen, with experience in budgeting, cost control, and detailed financial reporting Understanding of and interest in, regenerative and sustainable farming practices and emerging agricultural technologies Demonstrated practical understanding & commitment to legislative obligations including animal welfare, environment & work, health & safety Exceptional relationship management and high-level negotiations skills Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with a proactive and adaptable approach Results-driven with a strong focus on operational excellence Strategic thinker with the ability to anticipate challenges and opportunities Effective communicator, with the ability to engage with a broad range of stakeholders Bachelor's degree in agriculture, agribusiness or a related field A current Australian Drivers Licence and flexibility for regional travel This is a rare and outstanding opportunity for somebody who is passionate about regenerative agriculture and environmental stewardship to work closely with the CEO in managing Impact Ag Partners Farming operations in Australia.
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