Job Description

About us:

GO.FARM is an Australian-owned, high-conviction agricultural investor, developer and manager with a clear purpose: to transform Australian agriculture.

We identify underutilised and undercapitalised agricultural assets and reimagine them through land use change, investment in people, and adoption of climate-smart technologies. Our investment decisions and operations are underpinned by our Responsible Agriculture Framework, which guides our stewardship of natural capital, people and communities.

About the role:

Dellapool is a high-density olive grove currently in development and looking for an Irrigation Manager to join the team.

Reporting to the Grove Manager, you’ll be responsible for the planning, delivery and performance of irrigation and fertigation across the grove. You’ll lead the day-to-day irrigation function, maintain reliable irrigation infrastructure, use data and technology to inform decisions, and help build a capable and accountable irrigation team.

In this role, you will:

• Plan and deliver daily, weekly and seasonal irrigation programs across the Dellapool olive grove.
• Use soil moisture, weather, crop observations and available data to optimise irrigation scheduling, tree health and water-use efficiency.
• Coordinate and deliver fertigation programs in line with crop and production plans.
• Monitor water use against seasonal plans, allocations and crop requirements.
• Oversee the performance and reliability of pumps, filters, valves, pipelines, emitters and irrigation control systems.
• Lead preventative maintenance, system checks and repairs to minimise downtime and maintain consistent irrigation performance.
• Identify irrigation faults, inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement.
• Lead and coordinate the irrigation team, setting clear priorities and building capability.
• Coordinate contractors and external service providers where required.
• Maintain accurate irrigation, fertigation and water-use records.
• Work closely with the Grove Manager, farm team and technical advisers to align irrigation activities with grove operations and production objectives.
• Champion safe work practices and ensure irrigation activities are completed in line with GO.FARM policies and relevant compliance requirements.
• Other duties as required

About you

You’re practical, solutions-focused and comfortable combining hands-on irrigation knowledge with planning, data and team leadership.

To be successful in this role, you’ll bring:

• Demonstrated irrigation management experience within commercial horticulture, permanent crops or a similar agricultural environment.
• Experience in olives, high-density orchards or other permanent tree crops will be highly regarded.
• Experience using irrigation software, automated control systems, telemetry or similar technology.
• Previous experience leading employees, contractors or work crews will be highly regarded.
• Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• A commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement.
• A current driver licence.
• Chemical handling accreditation, or willingness to obtain.

Why work for GO.FARM:

We're serious about building long-term careers in agriculture. You'll benefit from:

• Real investment in your development, including 5% of your annual salary dedicated to learning
• Flexibility through enhanced leave options, salary sacrifice opportunities, and competitive incentives
• Access to growth programs focused on building long-term careers in agriculture
• Wellbeing programs that support your financial, physical, and mental health

In addition, this role is offering

• Base salary between $90,000 - $110,000 per annum
• Short Term Incentive (STI) of up to 10% of your salary
• Company provided house
• Company vehicle for business use
• Phone allowance

Ready to be part of something meaningful and help shape the future of Australian agriculture? Apply now and join us on the journey.