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FARM MANAGERLarge scale dairy farm

An exciting career opportunity exists for a highly motivated, proactive person with one of Tasmania’s most progressive dairy farms.

DairyRUs Pty Ltd is seeking to engage a Farm Manager to assume responsibility for its dairying operations in a rich farming region of North-west Tasmania.

DairyRUs Pty Ltd is a large, successful farming operation located on 323 hectares in the Circular Head area, currently milking over 800 cows. It uses leading edge dairy technology, systems and processes to ensure maximum profitability and efficiency in all areas of its business.

Reporting to the Managing Director, the position of Farm Manager will involve the following responsibilities and duties:

Management of day-to-day farming operations Strategic management and planning Management of staff Financial management Asset management.

As the leader of a small, dedicated team, the successful person must demonstrate the following characteristics:

A strong people manager, communicator and motivator A strategic thinker and problem solver A demonstrated team player capable of working both within the team and

independently Honest, reliable and dependable Well developed literacy, numeracy and computer skills.

DairyRUs Pty Ltd is determined to attract the best possible candidate for this position and has designed a remuneration package with this in mind.

The Circular Head region is a strong and friendly rural community with excellent lifestyle facilities including schools, sporting and medical services.

Further information can be obtained from Bill Chiffley on 1800 MYFARM.Written applications should be forwarded to:

The Managing DirectorDairyRUs Pty LtdRMB 000Dairytown TAS 7000

Applications close Friday 21st February.