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General Manager – Vic

Ulupna Pastoral Company is a market leading beef backgrounding facility (supported by some cropping activities) in Northern Victoria, with a growing reputation for outstanding cattle performance and customer management. The UPC team is redeveloping ~8,000ha of former dairy farms into a fodder production engine to feed the growing demand for sustainable cattle feeding facilities.

This newly created position of General Manager will be responsible to lead the business through its next phase of growth and consolidation while upholding UPC’s business values, community presence and strong reputation. The GM will be responsible for leading the overall strategy, operations, and performance of the business which includes managing day-to-day operations, driving financial performance, ensuring high standards of animal welfare, and developing a strong team culture.

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Sales Coordinator – Adelaide, SA

KELLY Tillage is an Australian-owned global leader in shallow tillage machinery, trusted by farmers in over 30 countries.

Driven and collaborative by nature you will bring 2 + years of sales or sales support experience along with high energy and go getter attitude. With a sound understanding of backend and CRM ERP systems, you will take ownership of the role liaising with dealers and customers across the Kelly network. The Sales Coordinator is responsible for inside sales providing support to internal teams and external dealers by: Building and maintaining strong dealer and customer relationships; Managing the customer pipeline ensuring high level of customer support is provided throughout the sales process; Provide support in warranty administration and spare parts.

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Purchasing Officer – Irrigation

By being part of the Sunfam team means you are part of the Elders community and supported by over 185 years of Agriculture industry experience and technical experts.

We are looking for a Purchasing Officer – Irrigation for Sunfam to join our team in Bundaberg on a Permanent, Full-Time basis. You will be responsible for supplier discussions and negotiations to ensure best price and product is sourced, O/S purchases and negotiations, review industry and competitors to ensure point of difference, ensure supply continuity, and improve efficiency through best-practice procurement processes and system improvements.  You will also be responsible for managing stock on hand, assist forecasting for projects, stocktakes and maximising Sunfam and Elders combined buying powers with our suppliers.

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Crop Protection Manager – North

Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) is responsible for planning, investing, and overseeing research, development, and extension for the grains sector in Australia.

GRDC is seeking a Crop Protection Manager – North to deliver the GRDC’s crop protection business cases to create enduring profitability for Australian grain growers. Working closely with the crop protection team, this outward facing role works with growers and industry to develop, manage and report on a portfolio of investment projects around insecticides, herbicides and fungicides, in the northern grains industry. You will be identifying opportunities and building strong regional business cases for investments in crop protection projects. The focus is all about reducing the impact of insects, weeds and fungi in the sector.

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Crop Protection Officer – Darling Downs Qld

Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) is responsible for planning, investing, and overseeing research, development, and extension for the grains sector in Australia.

GRDC is seeking a Crop Protection Officer to assist the senior manager and business group develop technically appropriate investment projects, aligning with GRDC’s purpose. Reporting to the Senior Manager Crop protection, you will provide the project and administrative support on contract management the business group requires across their projects. Working closely with the crop protection team you will be floating across the group, learning and developing your skills in the role. The role is an entry point into the GRDC environment with career development pathways available in the future.

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Executive General Manager – Wilga Farming

Gunn Agri Partners was established in 2013 and provides agricultural investment and farm management services for Australian, North American and European investors.

The position of Executive General Manager – Wilga Farming, will lead the teams with overall responsibility for the business performance and operating assets owned by the Wilga Farming, reporting to the Managing Director and the Wilga Farming Board. The role has scale and complexity, leading the management of cropping activities, environmental plantings, ongoing development of assets whilst driving the performance and leading the operating company Aggregation managers. Regional, Aggregation and Farm managers as well as a business analyst report directly to this position.

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Senior Manager – Dealer Networks

John Deere is one of the world’s most recognised and respected equipment brands, supported by a market-leading dealer network and a long-term commitment to innovation, customer outcomes, and industry leadership.

An opportunity now exists for a commercially astute business leader to take ownership of a strategically important region spanning Victoria, Tasmania and New Zealand. This is a highly empowered position focused on influencing outcomes, driving performance, and aligning resources across the broader organisation to support dealer success. Working closely with executive teams, senior leadership groups and dealer boards, the role combines strategic planning, commercial execution and relationship management to improve performance, unlock growth opportunities and strengthen long-term partnerships.

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Senior Agriculture Adjuster

AgClaims (formerly Crawford Agriculture) is a modern agricultural claims and advisory business, supporting insurers and farmers across Australia.

The Senior Agriculture Adjuster is a senior, hands-on role combining agriculture and insurance, where you’ll take ownership of claims and contribute to the growth of the business. You will be responsible for investigating, assessing and settling complex agricultural claims, ensuring our farmers receive the support and compensation they deserve. Duties will include: Investigating and assessing agricultural claims, including crop, livestock and farm infrastructure damage; Conducting on-farm inspections, as well as desktop assessments to determine the extent of losses and appropriate settlement amounts; Preparing detailed reports and recommendations for claims management and settlement.

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Labourer – Excavator Operator, Bundaberg Qld

As a trusted Australian agribusiness, we have played an important role in the agricultural sector for more than 185 years.

We are looking for a Labourer – Excavator Operator to join the growing team on a casual basis. In this role, you will provide hands-on support to the regional install teams in Townsville while assisting with day-to-day operations in the field. You will work closely with the team to ensure equipment, irrigation systems and general farm infrastructure are maintained, installed and operating efficiently. Responsibilities: Work flexibly across the rural irrigation sector, supporting a range of field projects; Perform in-field excavation and install irrigation pipe systems and pump systems; Demonstrate a positive, flexible, and proactive “can-do” attitude in all tasks.

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Field Labourer – Irrigation, Bundaberg Qld

As a trusted Australian agribusiness, we have played an important role in the agricultural sector for more than 185 years.

We are looking for a Field Labourer – Irrigation to join the growing team on a casual basis. In this role you will provide hands-on support to the branch team while assisting with day-to-day operations in the field and workshop. You will work closely with the team to ensure equipment, irrigation systems and general farm infrastructure are maintained and operating efficiently. Responsibilities: Work flexibly across the rural irrigation sector, supporting a range of field projects; Perform in-field excavation and install irrigation pipe systems, pump systems, and automation controls; Carry out repairs and maintenance of bore pumps to ensure reliable operation.

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Grain Quality Assurance Manager

Grain Trade Australia (GTA) is seeking expressions of interest for a Grain Quality Assurance Manager to lead its Grain Quality and Supply Chain Assurance programs. This role provides leadership, technical oversight and industry coordination across grain quality standards, food safety, grain protection and training.

GTA supports the efficient facilitation of commercial activities across the grain supply chain, representing members responsible for over 95% of Australia’s grain contracts, storage and freight movements.

The Grain Quality Assurance Manager role is a key industry leadership role, central to maintaining confidence in Australia’s grain trading framework and driving best practice across the supply chain. GTA is seeking candidates with strong technical expertise in grain quality and assurance, including experienced consultants.

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Manager Sustainable Cropping Systems

Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) is responsible for planning, investing, and overseeing research, development, and extension for the grains sector in Australia.

In a new role, the GRDC is seeking a Manager, Sustainable Cropping Systems to develop and manage a portfolio of R&D investments that strengthen the productivity, resilience and long-term sustainability of the Australian grains industry. Reporting to the Senior Manager Sustainable Cropping Systems, the role is focussed on investments across agronomy, farming systems, soils and nutrition, including the integration of innovative technologies and novel concepts in these areas. This involves: Design, delivery and performance of R&D investments; Procurement and contract management; Stakeholder engagement and collaboration.
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Retail Sales Representative – Quilpie, Qld

As a trusted Australian agribusiness, we have played an important role in the agricultural sector for more than 185 years.

As a Retail Sales Representative, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Branch’s rural products team. You will be responsible for providing logistics support, including the safe receiving and dispatching of stock, while leveraging your expert product knowledge and exceptional customer service skills. Your ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients will be essential as you explore new opportunities for them. Responsibilities: Assist with in-store rural products sales and handling client queries; Perform the process surrounding quotes and sales administration; Filling client orders, deliveries; Receiving & dispatching of stock; Process sales transactions and prepare sales quotes for clients.

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Senior Business Manager – Applied Research, Development & Extension

Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) is responsible for planning, investing, and overseeing research, development, and extension for the grains sector in Australia.

The Senior Manager, Applied Research Development & Extension is a key role within the applied RD&E group of GRDC. Collaborating closely with the General Manager of the group and associate Senior Managers, you will work at the intersection of strategy, investment design, procurement, and organisational capability. A complex role, you are connected with the GRDC Executive, GRDC business groups, and external partners. You will provide structured, evidence-based advice to ensure complex initiatives are strategically and operationally aligned, are commercially robust and importantly governance-compliant.

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Non-Executive Directors

Horticulture Innovation Australia Limited (Hort Innovation) is the grower-owned Research & Development Corporation (RDC) for Australia’s horticulture industry. Through investment in research, development, marketing and trade initiatives, Hort Innovation helps to advance Australia’s $18.4 billion horticulture sector, building a prosperous and sustainable future for growers.

Hort Innovation’s Director Nomination Committee (DNC) is now inviting applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates seeking election to the Board at the 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM) in November. Hort Innovation’s skills-based board is comprised of nine Non-Executive Directors. In line with the Board Skills Matrix, applications are sought from candidates with expertise in the following skill areas, particularly with respect to an agricultural setting: Finance, Accounting & Audit; Public Policy & Administration.

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Manager Genetic Technologies

Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) is responsible for planning, investing, and overseeing research, development, and extension for the grains sector in Australia.

GRDC is seeking two Manager Genetic Technologies, one in cereals and coarse grains, and the second in pulses & oilseeds. Both these roles will oversee the development of robust business cases for RD&E investment strategies in genetic technologies, with a strong focus on delivering outcomes for Australian grain growers. You will focus on either wheat, barley and coarse grains or pulses & oilseeds, and from time to time you may cross over. You will work to identify and shape strategic RD&E investments that drive improvement in the rate and quantum of genetic gain, build robust business cases, and subsequently manage investments.

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Manager Grains Sustainability

Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) is responsible for planning, investing, and overseeing research, development, and extension for the grains sector in Australia.

GRDC is seeking a Manager, Grains Sustainability to lead, coordinate and enable the GRDC’s approach to sustainability across the Australian grains industry. This is developing and managing the RDE investments across the sustainability portfolio. You will be providing strategic advice, investment level analysis, management and industry engagement across the full sustainability spectrum. This includes natural capital, greenhouse gas emissions, climate resilience, biodiversity, social and human capital, circularity, energy and biofuels along with the metrics and governance that underpin trusted outcomes.

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Farm Manager, Cropping Focus – Mathoura, NSW

This 6,500ha third-generation, family-owned mixed enterprise in Mathoura, NSW comprises a premium wool and prime lamb operation alongside a substantial cropping program and irrigation enterprise.

This is a long-term leadership opportunity for an experienced Farm Manager to take ownership of day-to-day operations while playing a key role in shaping the future direction of the cropping and irrigation program. You will be responsible for the coordination and leadership of the property’s operations, with a strong emphasis on cropping and irrigation systems. Key responsibilities: Leading the cropping program including seasonal planning, and continuous improvement; Managing and optimising irrigation systems, including pivot watering infrastructure and water efficiency strategies; Provide informed, practical advice to the owners on cropping and irrigation performance, seasonal outlooks, and strategic investment decisions.

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Feedmill Operator – Pakaderinga Feedlot, Qld

Pakaderinga Feedlot is a 4000 head family owned and operated cattle feedlot, based in the beautiful South Burnett area of Queensland, situated 25km north-east of Kingaroy and 40km north of Nanango.

The Feedmill Operator is responsible for processing, delivering and recording all aspects of animal nutrition within the feedlot and backgrounding operations. The role ensures that cattle are provided with the highest quality feed rations to maintain a happy, healthy and nutritionally balanced environment for optimal performance. Key responsibilities: Daily Grain Processing – Wetting, Milling, Quality Control; Daily Feed Delivery – Accurate Loading and Timely Delivery; Bunk Hygiene and Cleanliness; Data Recording & Tracking Using Feedlot Management Software; Daily Feed Testing – Dry Matter Testing; Inventory Management; Maintaining Feedmill and Machinery.

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Business Development Lead

SLTEC Fertilizers and Omya Australia have partnered to bring AquaLIME to the Australian market, a liquid lime solution focused on soil improvement, nutrient uptake, and long-term farming productivity.

This is a commercially focused market development opportunity centred on building the bulk market for AquaLIME across Southeast Australia. Sitting within a joint venture between SLTEC Fertilizers and Omya Australia, the position combines the backing of two established businesses with the autonomy to grow a developing product category across the South Eastern Seaboard of Australia. Working closely with growers, agronomists, dealers, and distribution partners, the focus is on building relationships, identifying opportunities, supporting product adoption, and driving commercial growth across the territory.

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Manager, Chemical Regulation

Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) is responsible for planning, investing, and overseeing research, development, and extension for the grains sector in Australia.

GRDC is seeking a Manager, Chemical Regulation to deliver the GRDC’s chemical regulation programs consistent with the GRDC Chemical Regulation Framework. This is engaging with Australian grains industry stakeholders and developing and managing a portfolio of chemical regulation RDE investments that deliver value to Australian grain growers. Reporting to the Senior Manager Biosecurity and Regulation you will be building strong national and regional business cases for investments in chemical regulation, by building and maintaining collaborative cross industry relationships and strong internal cross business unit interactions. Then overseeing contract management for compliance and efficient use of resources.

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Logistics Manager – Melbourne, Vic

Riverina Oils is a leading Australian agribusiness and vertically integrated canola oil producer with a major crushing and refining facility in Wagga Wagga and a commercial head office in Melbourne.

This senior leadership role is responsible for shaping and executing Riverina Oils’ logistics strategy across domestic and export channels. You will lead the logistics team and work closely with commercial, operations and production stakeholders to deliver efficient, customer-focused and commercially aligned supply chain outcomes. You will: Lead sales and operations planning, including forecasting, inventory and on-time delivery; Optimise domestic and export logistics across oil, meal and seed movements; Manage freight and carrier partners to improve service, cost and reliability; Lead continuous improvement, compliance and team performance across the logistics function.

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Divisional Manager, Horticulture

With a commitment to innovation through ongoing research and development, our client has a proud history of supporting Western Australian growers in the commercial horticulture sector.

The Divisional Manager, Horticulture will manage a dedicated team which delivers inputs and advisory services in soil testing, crop protection and crop nutrition. This will involve one-on-one people and team development and leading by example in maintaining and enhancing customer relationships across the state. As part of this, the Divisional Manager will take oversight of industry engagement (including technical presentations), corporate business development, P+L management, team development and logistics. It is envisioned that they will work closely with the CEO and the broader executive function, to formulate, develop and execute the ongoing strategic plan for the business unit.

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General Manager, Technical Market Solutions

Grains Australia was established to deliver industry-good services on behalf of the Australian grains value chain. Its core functions include supporting and improving trade and market access, establishing and maintaining national grain variety classification systems, providing market and consumer insights and technical support and training to customers and participants across the grains industry.

An opportunity now exists for a General Manager, Technical Market Solutions to join the organisation and play a key role in delivering science‑based technical solutions which support the greater uptake and differentiation of Australian grains and training and technical extension to customers. Responsible for developing, coordinating and delivering evidence‑based technical solutions that support grain quality, market confidence and end‑user understanding of Australian grain.

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Retail Purchasing & Inventory Manager

Our client has an exceptional reputation for connecting the best of Western Australian produce with discerning and passionate food-lovers. An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Retail Purchasing & Inventory Manager to join the leadership team in a senior, high‑impact role responsible for ensuring the right products are on the shelves at the right time across all locations.

The role leads purchasing strategy, inventory management and supplier relationships for the Grocery Department, while providing leadership and support to retail supervisors and warehouse operations. Critical to success in this role is the ability to build and maintain trusted and close relationships with growers, producers, and suppliers. This is a hands‑on leadership role that combines strategic buying, disciplined inventory control and strong operational execution.

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APAC Sales Manager- Fumigation

We are seeking a Regional Sales Manager to support all commercial aspects of partner/customer management. He or she is an individual contributor and reports to the Business Development Manager of APAC to support shorter term growth opportunities at new and existing accounts across APAC with focus on Australia and New Zealand maximizing income and sales revenue.

The role includes ownership of the entire sales management process including order processing, forecasting, cash management, complaint management, opportunity management, competitive/market pricing, cost/margin analysis, implementation of sales plans, proposal preparation, negotiation, cylinder management, and obtaining proper approvals etc. Market focus – post­ harvest fumigation of agricultural commodities including grain, nuts, non food and international trade of goods.

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Sales Agronomist

Our client is a rapidly growing agribusiness operating in the biological and plant nutrition space.

This is not a passive agronomy role — it’s a commercial, on-farm position where you will be working directly with growers, influencing decisions and building a customer base. Covering the Mackay and Bowen regions, you will combine technical advice with a clear sales focus. You will be expected to build relationships, identify opportunities and convert them into ongoing business. Key Responsibilities: Build and develop strong relationships with growers and industry contacts; Drive sales growth across the region through direct engagement; Provide practical agronomic and/or nutrition advice; Conduct on-farm assessments and identify improvement opportunities; Develop new business and expand market presence.

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Farm Hand & Machinery Operator – Yorke Peninsula, SA

This is a diverse and critical operational role within a high-performing family farm situated on the beautiful Southern Yorke Peninsula, SA. While the primary focus is on broadacre cropping, this position offers comprehensive involvement across the entire farming enterprise, including sheep and cattle operations.

A major component of the role involves utilising a new road train to transport harvested commodities, principally to Port Giles. You will be involved in all aspects of crop production, working with a state-of-the-art fleet of machinery, including John Deere tractors and self-propelled sprayers, as well as a new New Holland header. Furthermore, you will assist with livestock management, specifically with cattle that are sold into feedlots at 350kg, and the established sheep enterprise.

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Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Our client is one of Australia’s most respected independent farming systems groups, operating across north-east Victoria and southern New South Wales. With a strong reputation, an engaged Board, and a capable team already in place, Riverine Plains is now looking to appoint its next CEO to lead the organisation through its next phase.

This is a genuine leadership role — both strategic and hands-on. Reporting to the Board, you will lead the organisation across strategy, performance, stakeholder engagement and long-term sustainability. A key focus will be securing funding, building partnerships and ensuring the organisation continues to deliver real value to its farmer members. You will be highly visible in the industry and are expected to build strong relationships across farmers, government, RDCs and research partners.

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