Farm Manager

Heritage Acres is a premium mature tree farm located in the beautiful Currumbin Valley on the Gold Coast. We supply some of Australia's most sought-after feature trees to luxury residential projects, landscape architects, builders, developers, councils and nurseries throughout Queensland and Northern NSW. Our farm is home to thousands of mature Dragon Trees, Olive Trees, Grass Trees, Phoenix rupicola, Livistona Palms and Ponytail Palms. We are rapidly expanding and building one of Australia’s leading mature tree businesses, including growing operations in Peelwood, NSW.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the Director, you will be responsible for the overall operation of our 200-acre property, premium tree inventory, plant and equipment, infrastructure, livestock and operational budgets. You will lead a team of 3–4 staff while ensuring the farm operates safely, efficiently and profitably. This role combines leadership, operations management, machinery maintenance, logistics coordination, property management and commercial accountability. You will also work closely with our growing NSW operation, helping implement systems, coordinate inventory and support the expansion of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership
  • Lead, mentor and develop a team of 3–4 farm staff
  • Set daily and weekly priorities
  • Conduct toolbox meetings and safety briefings
  • Build a strong culture of accountability, safety and teamwork
  • Manage recruitment, onboarding and performance when required
• Farm Operations
  • Oversee day-to-day farm activities
  • Maintain the health, quality and presentation of premium tree inventory
  • Coordinate irrigation, pruning, fertilising and planting programs
  • Manage loading, dispatch and delivery preparation
  • Ensure operational readiness across all areas of the business
• Plant & Equipment Management
  • Maintain and repair farm machinery and equipment
  • Implement preventative maintenance programs
  • Operate and oversee excavators, loaders, tractors, mowers and other equipment
  • Coordinate specialist repairs when required
  • Maintain service schedules and equipment records
  • Minimise downtime through proactive maintenance
• Property & Infrastructure
  • Maintain roads, fencing, drainage and farm infrastructure
  • Coordinate contractors and improvement projects
  • Oversee irrigation systems and farm assets
  • Ensure the property is safe, functional and professionally presented
• Financial & Budget Management
  • Manage farm operational budgets and expenditure
  • Monitor labour, maintenance and operating costs against budget
  • Identify efficiency improvements and cost-saving opportunities
  • Assist with annual budgeting and operational planning
  • Manage contractor and supplier costs
  • Report on operational performance, priorities and risks
  • Take ownership of operational KPIs and budget outcomes
• Inventory, Logistics & Compliance
  • Monitor inventory quality and stock availability
  • Assist with inventory forecasting and replenishment planning
  • Coordinate delivery logistics and transport preparation
  • Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety requirements
  • Manage Grass Tree tagging and compliance requirements
  • Support biosecurity and interstate plant movement compliance
  • Coordinate oversize transport requirements when required
• Livestock & Property Stewardship
  • Oversee the health and welfare of cattle, sheep, alpacas and other livestock on the property
  • Coordinate feeding, fencing and pasture management
  • Arrange veterinary support when required
  • Maintain livestock records and welfare standards
  • Contribute to the overall stewardship and presentation of the property
• Customer Experience
  • Support customer visits and farm tours
  • Assist with larger sales opportunities when required
  • Represent Heritage Acres professionally with clients, suppliers and contractors
  • Help deliver the premium customer experience that sets Heritage Acres apart
• Multi-Site Operations
  • Work closely with our team in Peelwood, NSW
  • Assist with inventory transfers and operational coordination between locations
  • Travel to NSW periodically when required
  • Help implement systems and standards across multiple sites

About You

You are a practical leader who enjoys taking ownership and delivering outcomes. You are equally comfortable leading a team, managing budgets, maintaining machinery, coordinating contractors and solving problems on the ground. You understand that operational excellence and financial performance go hand in hand. You take pride in maintaining high standards and building efficient, well-run operations.

Experience We Value

• Farm, nursery, landscaping, civil, agricultural or horticultural management experience
• Strong people leadership and team management capability
• Demonstrated machinery operation and maintenance experience
• Experience managing budgets, costs and operational performance
• Experience managing contractors and projects
• Strong safety and compliance awareness
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work autonomously and make sound decisions

Highly Regarded

• Horticulture, Arboriculture or Agricultural qualifications
• HR Licence
• Excavator ticket
• Loader ticket
• Machinery maintenance experience
• Irrigation experience
• Livestock management experience
• Experience within advanced tree, nursery or landscape operations

Why Join Heritage Acres?

• Senior leadership role with genuine autonomy
• Opportunity to help build one of Australia's leading mature tree businesses
• Diverse and rewarding role with no two days the same
• Premium products and unique tree inventory
• Beautiful 200-acre property in Currumbin Valley
• Expanding multi-site operation across Queensland and NSW
• Long-term career opportunity with significant growth potential
• Competitive salary package, vehicle and tools of trade

If you are looking for more than just another farm job and want to play a key role in building something exceptional, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience.