Job Details
Category: Operations Manager
Location: Waikato
Rural Directions
Operations Manager - Alexander Farming Genetics Ltd
- Located in Matamata, central Waikato.
- Join a highly intensive farming business operating in the top 10%.
- Family friendly atmosphere and encouragement.
WHERE
Alexander Farming Genetics Ltd is a high performing family-owned farming business comprising of two, 512ha and 60ha, properties in Matamata, central Waikato. An additional 180ha block is currently being added to the business portfolio just 5km down the road from the home block in Waikato.
The business is a mixed enterprise farming operation with an intensive commercial sheep and cattle breeding and finishing operation along with running a small, recorded stud of Facial Eczema Tolerant Romney ewes. The Waikato operation will be wintering around 10,000su at 14 su/ha when the new block is integrated into the business. The
new block will be utilised for drystock and has the potential for arable farming – policies are currently under consideration.
Recently, Alexander Farming Genetics Limited has undergone a restructuring process to better position the business to incorporate the new block moving forward. Reporting through to the independent Chair of a newly formed Board, Craig Alexander will assume the position of Business Manager.
WHAT
Reporting directly to the Business Manager, this newly created Operations Manager role has operational responsibility for the management of the Scottdale and Headlands Blocks, to ensure that business plans for these blocks are met or exceeded.
This is a highly intensive farming business operating in the top 10% and therefore, the Business Manager is keen to support the appointee and provide an in-depth induction into the role. This is a hands-on position with the following key areas of responsibility including:
Reporting directly to the Business Manager, this newly created Operations Manager role has operational responsibility for the management of the Scottdale and Headlands Blocks, to ensure that business plans for these blocks are met or exceeded.
This is a highly intensive farming business operating in the top 10% and therefore, the Business Manager is keen to support the appointee and provide an in-depth induction into the role. This is a hands-on position with the following key areas of responsibility including:
- Farm Operations
- Financial Management
- Compliance
- Business Monitoring and Reporting to Business Manager
To read more about the position and business please visit – https://bit.ly/49YEGlo
WHO
Our client is looking for an organised Operations Manager who is keen to be ‘hands-on’. Along with a positive attitude the below are also key to success in this role:
Our client is looking for an organised Operations Manager who is keen to be ‘hands-on’. Along with a positive attitude the below are also key to success in this role:
- Relevant experience in an operational management role within a farming business.
- Proven feed budgeting; grazing management planning; and daily operational planning skills.
- Analytical, budgeting, and financial literacy skills.
- Staff management experience.
- Strong communication and time management skills.
- Able to lead by example and develop positive working relationships.
- Computer literate.
WHY
- Salary will reflect the level of experience you bring to the role.
- There are two home options - a near new 3-bedroom “Heartland Home” on the new block or a 2-bedroom cottage on the main farm.
- Join a highly intensive farming business operating in the top 10%.
- This is an opportunity to work within a business with diversity and scale.
- Excellent central Waikato location for partners off-farm work opportunities.
- Support family involvement on-farm during weekends e.g. helping with stock shifts – whilst taking care and remaining safe.
TO APPLY PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE – WWW.RURALDIRECTIONS.CO.NZ/JOBS
Applications close Sunday 12th May 2024
Only job seekers who have NZ working rights will be eligible for this role.
Only job seekers who have NZ working rights will be eligible for this role.
Date Posted: 2024-04-26
