22nd October, 2025
THE COMPANY
Large, established Orchards Business Group seeking a highly experienced
Farm Manager to lead farm operations in Shepparton VIC. Reporting to the Regional Orchard Manager, you will drive operational excellence across a large, modern property, focusing on producing high-quality fruit in a cost-effective and sustainable manner.
THE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead Operations: Manage the orchard to ensure maximum yield, pack out, fruit size, and tree growth, while strictly managing costs within budget.
- Team Leadership: Lead and develop a large team of full-time and seasonal employees, including Assistant Farm Managers, ensuring high standards in modern orchard practices (pruning, training, harvesting).
- Technical Management: Oversee all ground operations, machinery, and equipment. Manage crop load, tree health, and ensure compliance with chemical handling, storage, and application regulations.
- Quality & Compliance: Ensure full compliance with quality assurance systems and manage all aspects of the Seasonal Worker Program.
- Maintenance: Implement effective preventative maintenance programs for machinery, infrastructure, and the entire property.
THE REQUIREMENTS
- Experience working in and managing a large, modern Orchard system with a large workforce.
- Strong working knowledge of modern, high-density tree fruit production practices and irrigation systems.
- Proven ability to translate vision, manage budgets, and make quick, effective decisions.
- Horticultural studies, Chemical certification (or willingness to obtain), Valid manual drivers licence, Forklift licence, and Chainsaw training certificate.
TO APPLY
If you are an organised, proactive leader with a passion for high-quality fruit production and team development, we want to hear from you. Simply apply online or contact Howard Wootton on howard@agri.com.au for more information.
NOTE: Applications from Aust/NZ Citizens/Australian Permanent Residents ONLY. NO VISAS Supported.
