Are you passionate about modern agriculture and ready to take the next step in your career? Altora Ag is one of Australia’s leading broadacre cropping businesses, managing over 178,000 ha across multiple states. Our purpose is simple yet powerful — “Bringing heart to modern agriculture.” We’re looking for a capable and motivated Assistant Farm Manager to help drive operational excellence, support our people, and deliver high-performing, sustainable cropping outcomes.
About the Role Due to a recent promotion, we have an opportunity to join our Team at Carringbah Farms as Assistant Farm Manager, You’ll work closely with the Farm Manager to lead day-to-day farming operations. This hands-on leadership role spans everything from crop production planning and equipment management to team supervision and safety leadership.
You’ll be involved in all stages of broadacre cropping — from paddock preparation and sowing to spraying, harvest and grain logistics — ensuring tasks are completed safely, efficiently, and to Altora Ag’s high standards.
You’ll also play a key part in mentoring operators and seasonal staff, fostering a collaborative and respectful culture on farm.
Key Responsibilities Assist in planning and implementing the annual cropping program in consultation with agronomy and operations teams.
Operate and maintain modern farm machinery, ensuring safe, efficient, and timely execution of operations.
Support and lead farm employees and contractors, promoting teamwork, accountability and continual skill development.
Ensure all WHS, environmental and operational procedures are adhered to through visible leadership and example.
Participate in farm reporting, input monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and performance.
Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, contractors, and the local community, representing Altora Ag with professionalism.
About You You’ll thrive in this role if you have:
At least 3 years’ experience in broadacre cropping operations.
Proven skill operating and maintaining large, modern machinery with GPS technology.
ChemCert certification (or willingness to obtain).
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
A practical understanding of WHS principles and environmental stewardship.
A passion for continuous improvement and innovation in modern agriculture.
Current driver’s licence (truck, loader or forklift tickets highly regarded).
What Success Looks Like Crops delivered on time and in line with agronomic plans.
Safe, efficient, and high-quality field operations.
Positive team culture and strong engagement across the farm.
Equipment, infrastructure, and farm presentation consistently maintained to a high standard.
Accurate records, timely reporting, and contribution to continuous improvement initiatives.
Why Join Altora Ag At Altora Ag, we combine scale with purpose — operating modern, well-resourced farms where people, safety, and innovation come first. You’ll enjoy:
A values-driven culture built on honesty, accountability, collaboration, and innovation.
Opportunities for ongoing training and career development.
Modern equipment and technology.
Supportive leadership and a strong focus on safety and wellbeing.
Apply today with your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your farming experience and what draws you to this opportunity. You will be taken to our recruitment system and asked to complete some basic details.
We strive to create a healthy and safe environment where everyone can thrive. We aspire to d o this by recognising talent, promoting inclusion, and celebrating diversity and encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to join us. All applications from candidates with the right to live and work in Australia will be considered.
Please no agencies, we'll be managing this role in-house. Any resumes submitted outside of our process will be deemed the sole property of Altora Ag Services Pty Ltd. Altora Ag Services is a subsidiary of Altora Ag Holdco Pty Ltd.
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