The Lucas Group is partnering with Ramsay Agriculture to find an enthusiastic and skilled Cropping Manager for "Ratho"– a 1,200-hectare property with a variety of crops, including carrot seed, poppies, pyrethrum, cereals, and potatoes (the primary crop). Ratho also boasts 550 hectares of pivot and linear irrigation and a flock of 4,000 composite ewes.
About Ramsay Agriculture Ramsay Agriculture is committed to continuous improvement, supporting people, technology, and innovative farming systems. In this collaborative role, you'll work closely with the owner to manage the full cropping program.
Your New Role: Supervise and coordinate staff and contractorsManage people and systems effectively, showing strong leadership and using technology to improve outputsPlan weekly using Smartsheet and keep records of all crops and inputsOversee the cropping and fodder operations, being hands-on with sprayingManage irrigation together with the ownerMaintain and service cropping equipment and irrigation infrastructureUse and build on existing SOP's for efficiencySupport Ramsay Agriculture's values: openness, positivity, growth and results.The Ideal Cropping Manager Will Have: At least 2 years' experience in staff and crop managementExperience with potato production under irrigation is a plusSkilled in machinery operation and familiar with precision ag toolsConfident using farm management software – think AgriWebb and SmartsheetProblem-solving skills with a knack for timely decisions and strong planning and organisational skillsCurrent truck licenceBenefits: Convenient location on the edge of Bothwell with access to schools, shops, and medical facilitiesJust 1 hour from Hobart, providing a great mix of country living and easy access to the cityA modern 3-bedroom house (power provided) and vehicle (personal fuel allowance provided)Opportunities for professional development and growth with a supportive ownerA voice in strategic decisions, shaping the farm's futureA highly competitive salary package of $110,000 - $165,000, based on experienceApply Now: Apply online with your resume and a cover letter by clicking "Apply". For more information or a confidential discussion, please call Luke Cuthbertson on (08) 8201 9999. Reference number LC9626.
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