Operations Manager, Eastern Wheatbelt WA (REF 1027786)

Full Time 80000.00 - 100000.00

Job description

Are you passionate about hay and grain production and ready to lead? A progressive, family-owned farming enterprise in WA’s Eastern Wheatbelt is seeking a hands-on Operations Manager to take charge of daily operations across their large-scale export hay and grain property. This is a rare chance to step into a leadership role that blends autonomy with owner support, excellent modern equipment, and a strong team. You'll oversee all seasonal operations and lead a full-time operator and up to six seasonal staff.

Good Things to Know:

Located in WA’s Eastern Wheatbelt, a vibrant farming region with a strong community feel;
Just a short drive to a primary school, with high school bus access nearby – ideal for families;
Modern machinery;
Supportive, hands-on owners with a collaborative work culture.

Key Responsibilities:

Coordinate and implement year-round operational tasks with owner's hand on mentorship during busy times;
Lead, support and coordinate staff and contractors;
Manage key seasonal activities such as spraying, seeding, hay production and harvest;
Maintain machinery and equipment;
Collaborate on and help implement agronomic programs;
Foster a culture of safety, timeliness, and efficiency.

About You:

Minimum 7 years’ experience in mechanics, grain and/or hay production;
Strong mechanical aptitude with experience repairing/maintaining farm equipment;
Confident leader with practical problem-solving skills;
Sound knowledge or passion for agronomy and crop management;
Comfortable and proactive while living and working in a rural community;
Minimum HR Licence.

What’s On Offer:

Very generous base salary plus profit bonus incentives;
Renovated 3-bedroom air-conditioned home provided on farm;
Work vehicle with fuel and running costs included;
Electricity and gas included;
Supportive work culture and mentorship from owners;
Work hours: 9-hour days, 5 days/week (off-peak);
12-hour days, 6 days/week (peak season);

Required skills

production mechanics crop management grain agronomy farm equipment wa hr licence hay rural community eastern wheatbelt

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