Farm Manager

DB Ag

Merriwagga, Wagga Wagga & Riverina, NSW

Farm Management (Farming, Animals & Conservation)

Full-time

$142,000 per year

About Us:

DB Ag provides a range of services to the agricultural sector while producing commodities in its own right. It is underpinned by the basic principles of scale, geographical spread, management specialization, and sustainable operations.

The experience, expertise, and flexibility in the management team and the network of partners allow DB Ag to diversify risk and remain at maximum production in line with variations in climatic and economic conditions

DB Group’s mission statement focuses on three main points:

We are a group of ‘everyday’ people, collaborating to maximize profit through economies of scale, diversification, geographical spread, management specialization, and proactive risk management.

We actively manage the risks associated with dryland farming by being realistic and flexible with our business planning, utilizing sustainable farm management practices, growing our off-farm enterprises, and having a strong team that is prepared to challenge each other.

The strength of our business lies in operational excellence, delivering consistently good quality products and services in a cost-effective manner.

The property:

‘Brunker Hill’ is situated in the Western Riverina, 45 km from Hillston and 65 km from Griffith. The property is a 3600 ha mixed farming enterprise, with the three main commodities produced being wheat, canola, and a 2500-head purebred Dohne flock that services replacement ewe lambs for DB Ag’s terminal and purebredflocks.

We maintain a fleet of late-model equipment as well as utilizing well-designed, covered working areas for all livestock handling equipment. The close proximity to larger townships allows for a wide range of options for education as well as sport and social recreation.

The role:

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic and responsible farm manager to run our Merriwagga farms.

The role will span across all aspects of the farm, with main responsibilities including but not limited to:

Grow broadacre crops, and manage animals for the production of meat and wool

Monitor and maintain the health, welfare, and condition of livestock, including by providing pastures, fodder, and water

Plan and maintain broadacre crop production by selecting seed, coordinating cultivation, fertilizing, and managing crop health strategies

Develop and oversee strategies to manage biosecurity and other risks

Plan and oversee the provision and maintenance of broadacre crop and livestock farming infrastructure, such as equipment, machinery, sheds, and water supply systems

Organises the sale, purchase, and transportation of livestock and produce

Maintain and evaluate records of broadacre crop and livestock farming activities, monitor market activity, and plan production accordingly

Manage broadacre crop and livestock farm business, including budgeting and capital projects

May select, train, and supervise broadacre crop and livestock farm staff and contractors

The candidate will have:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Or at least 5 years of full-time Cropping and/or Livestock handling experience

HC or MC licence (or willing to obtain)

Chemical Users permit (or willing to obtain)

Package Benefits:

$142K base salary plus super

Full-time/permanent employment

Work Vehicle, phone, and computer provided

A four-bedroom, air-conditioned house is available

Ongoing training opportunities

Family-friendly work environment

Opportunity for career progression

For a detailed position description or to forward a resume with references, contact Richard West, email richard.west@dbgroup.com.au, or phone 0409 300 655.

Previous Applicants Need Not Apply. Closing date for applications: 31.07.2025

NOTE: Never make payment to any employer, person, company, contractor or agency to get hired for a Job.

Email richard.west@dbgroup.com.au, or phone 0409300655