About the opportunity

We are looking for an Orchard Manager to manage a section of our recently planted macadamia orchards in Maryborough, Queensland. We are seeking someone with a proven understanding of macadamia orchard requirements, a commitment to precision and safety, with strong leadership capabilities.

Key responsibilities

Reporting to the Operations Manager you will be responsible to:

• Maximise yields through systematic planning, operational efficiency, optimising crop performance, completion of tasks and removal of constraints in conjunction with other roles.
• Assist with the development and monthly review of operational budgets and capital expenditure optimising expenditure where possible and meeting forecasts.
• Oversee farm maintenance and operational activities including but not limited to:

1. Spraying
2. Pruning, fertilising, slashing, and mulching
3. Irrigation
4. Harvesting
5. Farm maintenance and drainage, including continuous improvement of systems.

• Lead and develop workers, managing disciplinary and non-compliance issues as required.
• Act as a role model by demonstrating precise and safe work behaviours and reinforcing policies and procedures.
• Identify training needs of workers.
• Participate in nutrition and irrigation management planning.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of farming systems, safety and environmental processes.
• Manage disciplinary and non-compliance as required.
• Ensure records/forms are maintained for development and operational inputs, maintenance, chemical spraying, fertilising, irrigating, payroll and cost allocation timesheets and safety.

The following criteria are essential to be successful in this position:

• Formal training in horticulture or demonstrated tree crop experience essential.
• Formal training in leadership preferred.
• Experience with MS Office suite, particularly Excel for managing budgets essential.
• Experience managing teams including employees, labour hire and contractors essential.
• Advanced experience and knowledge of land improvement techniques.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong organisation and time management skills.
• Safety training will be highly regarded.
• Macadamia experience highly regarded.

• A competitive salary dependant on experience and qualifications
• Mobile phone, laptop and work vehicle
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Salary continuance insurance, life insurance, and annual discretionary bonus (subject to eligibility criteria)

How to apply

To be considered for this position, please submit a covering letter addressing the requirements mentioned above and your resume by 13 April 2024 via our website. Candidates may be evaluated prior to the closing date for this position.

At RFM we value inclusion and encourage applicants from different backgrounds to apply.

About Rural Funds Management

Rural Funds Management (RFM) is an industry leader managing approximately $2.3 billion in agricultural assets on behalf of retail and institutional investors, including the ASX-listed Rural Funds Group (RFF). We have over 27 years' experience owning, developing, and operating farms in most Australian states. 

At RFM, our culture is built on the core principle of 'Managing good assets with good people.' We believe in being precise, offering variety, rewarding effort, and providing a friendly workplace. 

Joining RFM means becoming part of a dedicated team of over 240 professionals, including fund managers, finance experts, horticulturists, agronomists, and farm managers. Whether you are seeking a corporate or operational role, RFM has a place for individuals who are passionate about agriculture and finance.

 Mission Manager, Spiritual Wellbeing - Partnerships

• Based in Macquarie Park, short walk from Metro Station + WFH Options
• 7 additional days off per year + NFP Salary Packaging + Fitness Passport
• Leading Mission and values-based provider of Aged Care
• Recognised as leaders in Spiritual Wellbeing delivery in Aged Care
• Bring your networking ability to build catholic Community Partnerships

Catholic Healthcare has a new strategy and a new senior opportunity for a dynamic and experienced educator with a holistic view of Spiritual Wellbeing to join our Mission Team. 

Reporting to the Chief of Mission Integration, you will be responsible for integrating and supporting Mission programs and services across the organisation to facilitate the positive spiritual wellbeing of all residents and clients aligned with our Mission and Values and building and maintaining trusted relationships and partnerships within the Catholic Community.  

Your exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, together with your natural partnering ability, will aid your success in this integral position.

Your role will include:

• Promoting and supporting Wellbeing programs, guiding, and supporting the Pastoral Care/Spiritual Wellbeing team members across all service streams to facilitate holistic spiritual wellbeing in line with the Mission Integration Strategic Plan
• Developing and maintaining effective relationships with the Catholic Community to facilitate our new strategy initiative - catholic Connected Communities
• Actively contributing to the development and delivery of Spiritual Wellbeing programs and services

The ideal applicant is a visionary with a proactive and organised approach, highly effective communication skills, and the ability to influence and confidently engage with internal and external stakeholders. Additionally, you will have:

• Tertiary qualification in religious education, pastoral care, theology, pastoral counseling, psychology, chaplaincy, or equivalent
• Demonstrated ability to engage and manage people, build relationships, and problem-solve
• Demonstrated expertise and experience in the provision of spiritual /pastoral care services
• Spiritual maturity and ability to appreciate differing value systems, beliefs, and practices
• Ability to lead and adapt in response to change
• Ability to engage and participate in complex discussions and decision-making
• Understanding of the Catholic tradition, sacraments, and liturgical life of the Catholic Church
• Understanding the spiritual journey within the ageing process providing for the inclusion and valuing of all people
• Ability to provide evidence of Covid 19 Immunisations
• Drivers Licence - some travel across NSW required with this position

Catholic Healthcare is a leading not-for-profit provider of residential aged care, home and community services & retirement living across NSW and SE QLD. Together, our team of over 4500 people are dedicated to our Mission of promoting the dignity, life and spirituality of older people through connected and inclusive communities. Our values of compassion, courage & integrity are at the heart of everything we do.

If you’re looking for a role where you can make a positive & rewarding impact in a great organisation like ours, then we’d love to hear from you. Apply online now. 

Please note that pre-employment checks (including police) will be completed for all preferred candidates before an offer is made. 

Hello Recruitment Agencies, thanks for thinking of us. Right now, we’re looking to fill this opportunity directly so if we do need your assistance we’ll be in touch.

• Estimating and cost planning to include producing and presenting the final cost plan to the Client
• Inputting into value engineering
• Manage project profitability
• Externalise within the local property market to raise company profile
• Assist with bid writing and negotiation of our contracts
• Work independently and take responsibility for deliverables.
• Being responsible for project deliverables and ensuring governance is followed.
• Producing monthly post contract cost reports and presenting them to the client
• Interfacing with the client and other consultants, at all project stages
• Managing Assistant Cost Managers and Cost Managers within the Occupier team.

Practice Manager

ARH Baulkham Hills

• Take on a leadership role for a talented team
• Let your passion for pets shine every day
• Be part of our supportive Vet community

An exciting opportunity has opened up as Practice Manager with the Animal Referral Hospital (ARH) in Baulkham Hills on a full-time permanent basis.

The Animal Referral Hospital is a part of Australia’s largest well-established group of specialist veterinary hospitals dedicated to providing the best possible care to our patients, our clients, and our staff.  We offer a wide range of specialist services and provide 24-hour emergency and critical care through our facilities in NSW, ACT, VIC, QLD, and SA. This allows us to provide an exceptional standard of patient care, with access to all the resources, technology & equipment needed for best practice medicine.

About Your New Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic superstar with nursing and HR experience, who is looking to step into a Practice Manager position however doesn’t want to fully move away from the clinical aspects.

• Full-time position
• Managing the day-to-day operations of our clinic, including stock management, people management, rostering and change management 
• Undertaking general nursing tasks
• Leading and developing our team and building a positive team culture
• Monitoring monthly financial performance and team performance, whilst implementing actions to encourage improvement
• Driving our business forward through creating and implementing local marketing initiatives
• Delivering outstanding service and care to all patients and owners

About You

• Industry experience (preferred but not essential)
• Over 3 years of experience in a management position
• Previous experience leading a team
• HR experience with performance monitoring and management
• Strong leadership and team building skills, and the ability to provide coaching for team members and to build a positive culture in your team
• Experience with Rx works (preferred but not essential)
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Willing to learn
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Good business acumen and organisational skills
• Assertive attitude
• Must be able to work flexible hours

We Offer

This position offers an opportunity to work with some of the best clinicians in their field, in a professional and challenging yet enjoyable workplace. A competitive annual salary plus:

• Leave entitlements - 4 weeks annual leave, personal/sick leave, carers leave
• Continuing Professional education opportunities
• Free annual influenza vaccination
• Uniforms
• 6 weeks paid parental leave and flexible return to work programs
• Free access to confidential Employee Assistance Program LifeWorks 24/7
• Petbarn / Greencross Discounts
• Opportunities for growth within the network

Join our ARVA Platinum Partner team that sees diversity and inclusion as more than just policies and practices. This is a growing business and for the right candidate ongoing opportunities will undoubtedly present themselves.    

Apply now!