Farm Development Manager

Description:

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This privately owned agribusiness is at the forefront of agricultural development in the Kimberley. Focused on innovation and efficiency, their latest project located just 40km north-east of Kununurra is set to transform 6,000ha into a high-performance irrigation farm. With 500ha already developed and planted, the next 3-5 years will see the remaining land brought into production, setting a new benchmark for large-scale irrigated agriculture.
This project is pushing the boundaries, and reshaping Australia’s agricultural landscape. Here, you’ll join a team that values grit, quality, and a bit of outback flair. If you know Trimble Field Level 2, laser levelling, and large-scale land shaping, this is your chance to make your mark on a once-in-a-generation project.
The Role
Working closely with the General Manager, and your team of 15 operators, oversee bulk earthworks, land grading, and site development across a 6,000ha expansion project. From setting out fields to operating laser buckets and managing heavy machinery, your focus will be ensuring efficient, accurate, and high-quality earthmoving.
Key Responsibilities

• Manage bulk earthworks and land development to prepare paddocks for irrigated cotton.
• Oversee Trimble Field Level II GPS-controlled levelling systems to ensure accurate field grading.
• Lead and supervise 15-20 operators, ensuring effective communication and smooth operations across a 25km property.
• Work closely with farm management and engineers on irrigation infrastructure, including pump stations and channel layout.
• Troubleshoot machinery, oversee maintenance and ensure projects stay on schedule with minimal downtime.

Individuals looking to step up into a role such as this are encouraged to apply!
What You Bring:
Our ideal candidate will come with hands-on experience in bulk earthworks, land levelling, and large-scale site preparation, with a solid grasp of agricultural or civil construction standards - particularly with GPS-controlled grading systems like Trimble Field Level 2 or T3rra Cutta.

• Proven experience in bulk earthworks & land levelling (farm development, civil earthworks, or large-scale cotton/broadacre projects).
• Hands-on Trimble Field Level 2 / T3rra Cutta experience or similar 3D earthmoving systems.
• Strong GPS & laser bucket knowledge – you’ll be driving site accuracy and efficiency.
• Ability to manage large-scale land clearing, cut & fill operations, and grading for irrigation setup.
• Experience leading teams in earthworks, irrigation, or farm development settings.

What You’ll Gain:

• $150k - $180k + Super, car, house (inc utilities & meals) - Circa $220k ++ pkg
• Relocation assistance
• 6 weeks of annual leave

How to Step Forward
For more information or a confidential chat, please contact Nick Marchant , Director on 0466 333 066 .
Who are March
March offers permanent recruitment, workforce planning, and executive search services tailored exclusively to Australian agribusinesses. We align commercial objectives with top talent to unlock the full potential of ag operations.