Job Detail
General Manager - Farming Operations
13 November 2025
- Location: Brisbane
- Job Type: Permanent / Full Time
- Reference No. 3985030
Benefits:
- Uniquie opportunity driven by technology and innovation
- Diverse role with ability to make your mark
- Package: 150 - 220K plus super, computer, phone etc.
Join a forward-thinking agricultural investment and farm management firm focused on producing premium grains for food and bioenergy feedstock. Our client is committed to an industry-leading framework that integrates sustainability into every strategy, aiming to maximise investor profitability alongside ambitious environmental target outcomes.
Focus: High-value irrigated and dryland farming enterprises, natural asset development, and regenerative farming practices.
Portfolio: Two large cropping aggregations (approx. 5,000ha) across the Maranoa and Central QLD regions.
Future growth is planned
Culture: Fluid, quick-decision environment with clear delegation, empowering leaders to achieve results. This is a chance to establish the business's culture.
The Opportunity: General Manager
This is a strategic yet hands-on leadership role reporting directly to the Chief of of Operations. You will have full responsibility for the overall performance of the business and farm operations, putting your mark on the portfolio's growth trajectory. Brisbane Based ideally but with regular travel to properties.
Key Responsibilities
Business Leadership: Lead and manage the farm aggregations, on-site teams, and contractors, driving a robust Workplace Health and Safety culture.
Performance & Sustainability: Oversee all operations, driving productivity, profitability, and the implementation of advanced regenerative farming practices and sustainability policies.
Financial & Capital Management: Set and manage operational budgets and forecasts. Oversee all capital expenditure programs, including investments in natural capital assets.
Governance: Ensure rigorous financial management, reporting, statutory compliance, and continuous process improvement.
Culture: Be a role model for the core values of integrity, teamwork, and community commitment.
(Comprehensive specialist Head Office support is provided for finance, compliance, and strategy.)
About You
We are looking for an exceptional leader—either an experienced GM or a seasoned senior large scale farm manager ready to step up—who is a proactive self-starter with a strong team focus.
Essential Capabilities
Proven, significant experience in managing large-scale commercial agricultural operations.
Strong knowledge of agricultural production, business processes, and modern sustainability practices/regenerative agriculture.
Excellent leadership and communication skills, capable of managing diverse teams and stakeholders.
A strong appreciation for and understanding of natural capital assets.
Highly motivated with the ability to work towards strict deadlines.
Desirable
Experience working within a corporate environment.
Tertiary qualifications in Agriculture or Business Management.
Package: 150 - 220K plus super, computer, phone etc.
Why Join Them?
This is a unique and exciting time to join the business with ambitious growth planned. You will be instrumental in shaping the future culture and operations of a modern, growth-focused agricultural enterprise that places equal weight on profitability and environmental performance. If you are ready to implement cutting-edge practices and take a significant portfolio to the next level, apply today.
To apply send a cover letter and CV to asher@agrijobs.com.au
Asher Hammond
Business Manager
Agrijobs Australia
0406 954 055
www.agrijobs.com.au
