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We are a large family run grain farm, looking for dedicated individuals with a farming background to join our hard working team. Farm Manager expected to demonstrate strong leadership and organization skills and contribute to the day to day running of our farm.
Qualifications/Requirements:
-Min. 3 years of hands on grain farm management/supervisory experience
-Class 5 driver's license or equivalent required to drive equipment and get around (isolated area)
-Understanding of long farm hours in high season, grain farm practice and expectations.
-Excellent management and leadership skills
Responsibilities:
-Work with owners to manage the overall operation of the grain farm: deciding inputs, determining timelines, etc.
-Tracking inputs, crop performance and crop production
-Assist with planting, fertilizing, cultivating, spraying, and harvesting crops by operating farming equipment (combines, air seeders, sprayers, swathers)
-Ability to supervise and manage farm hands and seasonal employees
-Reporting any problems or incidences
-Maintain farm machinery and equipment
-Organize cleaning and maintenance of equipment, yard and buildings as needed
-Perform other duties as need arises
No formal education required, experience in farm management more important
Minimum 3 years experience
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only qualified applicants will be contacted.