Broadacre Crop Grower

2025-06-06 - 2025-07-08 SPRING PARK FARMS PTY LTD WEST CASUARINAS WA 6630 BROADACRE CROP GROWER FULL-TIME PERMANENT Salary: $90,000 P.A. plus House and Car Allowance Join Our Team at Spring Park Farms Broadacre Crop Grower Opportunity Spring Park Farms is a family-owned, broadacre cropping enterprise spanning 16,000 hectares located 75 km east of Geraldton, WA. We pride ourselves on being industry leaders, fostering a team culture where staff are treated like family and motivated by shared values of safety, respect, and accountability. Nestled near the vibrant community of Mullewaknown as the heart of Wildflower Country and close to pristine beaches our farm offers both rewarding work and a quality lifestyle. Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced Broadacre Crop Grower to lead and manage crop production activities across our farm. This role requires a hands-on leader who can coordinate all aspects of broadacre farming, ensuring optimal production while upholding high safety and environmental standards. Key Responsibilities: Plan and oversee the entire crop production cycle, from soil preparation to harvest, considering environmental and market conditions Select seeds and plant stock and develop cultivation, fertilization, and irrigation strategies to maintain crop health and maximize yield Organize farming routines, including collection, storage, grading, and packaging of produce Manage the sale, purchase, and dispatch of crops efficiently Supervise general farm activities to manage biosecurity risks and control pests and weeds Maintain farm infrastructure including machinery, equipment, sheds, and irrigation systems Keep accurate records of farm operations and monitor market trends to inform production planning Utilize farm data and technology systems for monitoring and decision-making Oversee business aspects such as budgeting, taxation, and financial management Select, train, and supervise staff and contractors as required Preferred Skills and Qualifications: Proven experience in broadacre cropping, with strong leadership skills to motivate and manage teams Ability to work independently with effective time management Excellent verbal and written communication skills Commitment to safe work practices and compliance with industry standards Certificate III or higher in Agriculture, Agribusiness, or a related field; however, five or more years of relevant practical experience will also be considered Up-to-date knowledge of modern broadacre farming techniques, including precision agriculture and sustainable practices Valid driver's license If you are a motivated professional who thrives in a dynamic, family-oriented environment and has a passion for broadacre farming, we would love to hear from you.