Farm Manager - Colebatch

Drive transformation and sustainability in large-scale cropping with Faulkner Farming.

Faulkner Farming manages over 21,000 hectares across New South Wales and South Australia, with approximately 12,000 hectares planted to grain and grazing crops in 2025.

Its strategy is to lift productivity and optimise land use through converting traditional grazing properties into arable and regenerative farming systems - where economic performance and environmental outcomes grow together.

Through innovation, data-driven management, and sustainable practices, Faulkner Farming is redefining what high-performance agriculture can achieve: a model where profitability, sustainability, and community thrive side by side.

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About the Colebatch Aggregation

Located between Meningie and Tintinara in South Australia's southeast, the Colebatch aggregation covers 6,259 hectares, with more than 5,000 hectares dedicated to grain and hay cropping, including canola, barley, wheat, and oats.

Since 2023, Colebatch has undergone significant transformation - from soil improvement and paddock upgrades to the ongoing development of a 10,400 mt grain storage facility due to come online ahead of the 2026 harvest.

At Colebatch, we focus on optimising land use and improving soil health through targeted amelioration and precision agriculture, incorporating subsoil clay at varying depths to restore soil structure and productivity. The result is a property that combines innovation, sustainability, and long-term profitability

The Opportunity

We are now seeking an experienced Farm Manager to lead Colebatch into its next phase of growth and transformation.

Reporting to the General Manager, you'll oversee all aspects of farm operations - from planning and production to people, performance and project management - ensuring that every hectare contributes to our productivity, sustainability, and profitability goals.

This is an opportunity to lead a modern, well-resourced aggregation within a safety first, professional, values-driven organisation that blends commercial farming excellence with ecological stewardship.

What You'll Do

• Lead day-to-day operations of a large-scale broadacre cropping enterprise to deliver strong production and financial outcomes.
• Develop and implement seasonal and long-term operational plans aligned with the platform's strategic goals.
• Lead or contribute to farm projects, managing resources, timelines, and budgets to ensure successful delivery and support operational excellence.
• Prepare and manage budgets, forecasts, and operational reports for the aggregation.
• Oversee the use, care, and maintenance of fixed and mobile assets, including a modern John Deere fleet.
• Drive soil transformation and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance land productivity and sustainability.
• Recruit, lead, and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and innovation.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory, environmental, and workplace regulations.
• Collaborate with agronomists, contractors, and the Faulkner Support Office to optimise outcomes and share best practices.
• Represent the aggregation to local communities, contractors, and stakeholders.

About You

• Proven experience managing medium to large-scale dryland or mixed-farming operations.
• Strong operational and technical knowledge across cropping systems, machinery management, and land transformation.
• A hands-on leader who can coach, motivate, and develop a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Financially literate with proven ability in budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting.
• Tech-savvy, with experience using precision agriculture systems and farm management software.
• Passionate about innovation, continuous improvement, and sustainable farming.
• Tertiary qualifications in Agriculture, Agronomy, or Farm Management are desirable - but your practical results will speak for themselves.

What We Offer

• Be part of a pioneering, sustainability-driven agribusiness.
• A progressive and well-resourced farming operation supported by modern infrastructure and technology.
• Work within a professional, well-resourced team backed by institutional investment and deep industry expertise.
• Competitive remuneration package and supportive workplace culture.
• Comfortable on-site family housing (four-bedroom home) and company vehicle.
• Opportunities for professional growth and long-term career development.

How to Apply

If you're an experienced agricultural leader ready to drive performance and sustainability on a progressive, large-scale operation, we'd love to hear from you. Click Apply and submit your current resume and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and motivation for the role.

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Employer Questions

Please address the following in your cover letter:

1. What experience do you have managing large-scale dryland or mixed-farming operations?
2. How have you led teams to achieve production and performance goals?
3. What systems or technologies have you implemented to improve farm efficiency or sustainability?
4. What innovations or operational improvements have you delivered that made a measurable impact?

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