Research And Operations Manager - Southern Qld
Job details
Research and Operations Manager - Southern QLDA wonderful opportunity to have a hands-on management role whilst working for an outstanding business that contributes enormously to the broadacre farming industry.Who will you work for?
A leading Australian agribusiness that breeds, produces and markets high quality seed products. This business delivers high yielding, innovative crop solutions to farmers through a respected brand of products. This agribusiness works closely with farmers, public and private companies to provide innovative solutions to the broadacre farming community. They are renowned for the platform they provide for their employees to learn, develop and progress.
The role itself?
Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, the successful person will need to:
Provide agronomic advice for all farm users
Manage the development and maintenance of an agronomic based Farm Plan
Manage land preparation, planting, crop maintenance, and other hands on activities at the Research Farm
Provide pest control advice and implement the scheduled pest control activities in a timely, accurate and effective manner
Provide advice on irrigation scheduling and ensure the scheduled irrigation activities are carried out in a timely, accurate and effective manner
Develop a capital improvement plan that matches requirements and best practice
Ensure adherence and compliance with all current policies and procedures at all times
Have the ability to operate all company equipment and assets accurately and safely
Manage support staff and provide opportunities so they can learn, improve and develop both themselves and in their role
What kind of person will fit the role?
To be considered for this position you must have:
Tertiary education in agricultural science and past experience in the Australian agricultural industry
At least 3 years experience in a farm management, broadacre cropping agronomy, research or extension position
Current driver's license including MR or HR license
A person with strong accuracy, attention to detail and analytical skills
A confident, calculated professional with an innate ability to self-reflect and assess
High level analytical and problem solving abilities with excellent time, organisational and people management skills
How will you be rewarded?
You will be rewarded for your contributions to the business with an attractive salary (proportionate to your experience and skill set), a full maintained vehicle, 9.5% superannuation and outstanding professional development opportunities.
If you would like more information on this role or want to discuss your next career move, please make contact with Josh for a confidential conversation.
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