Job Title: Full-time Horticulture Farm Manager
Seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to lead the horticulture operations of Arkle Farms, a major farming enterprise in Western Australia.
About the Company: Arkle Farms is a family-owned business operating a mixed farming enterprise across four farms in Western Australia. We are committed to building a highly sustainable and productive farming enterprise through regenerative farming techniques.
About the Role: As a Full-time Horticulture Farm Manager, you will be responsible for determining and implementing production strategies, policies, and plans. You will oversee the acquisition and installation of new plant and equipment, direct research into production methods, and recommend and implement initiatives to improve efficiency and productivity.
Key Responsibilities: Determine and implement production strategies, policies, and plans Plan details of production activities in terms of output quality and quantity, cost, time available, and labour requirements Monitor production output and costs, and adjust processes and resources to minimize costs Inform other managers about production matters Oversee the acquisition and installation of new plant and equipment Direct research into production methods, and recommend and implement initiatives Control the preparation of production records and reports Coordinate the implementation of occupational health and safety requirements Direct staff activities and monitor their performance Requirements: Successful completion of an appropriate degree Proven post-qualification experience in a similar role or ability to adapt and display required skills Good analytical skills, attention to detail, and decision-making ability Proven ability and willingness to work as part of a team Ability to communicate across all levels of the business Ability to work autonomously, without supervision About the Location: Munglinup, WA