Irrigation Manager

Irrigation Manager x 2 Gunn Agri Partners

Near Griffith New South Wales Full-time

An exciting time to join Gunn Agri Partners in a key irrigation leadership role supporting a newly established platform!

Gunn Agri Partners was established in 2013 and provides agricultural investment and farm management services for Australian North American and European investors.

Gunn Agri Partners manages over $1.2bn of assets and commitments managed across five investment platforms. Gunn Agri manages agriculture assets Australia wide in mixed farming grains grass fed protein tree nuts stone fruit and natural capital.

Following the establishment of a new platform and operating company investing in high-value horticultural production land redevelopment and an actively managed water portfolio we are seeking 2 experienced Irrigation Managers to oversee irrigation operations near Griffith and play a key role in delivering efficient compliant and high-performing water outcomes.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Aggregation Manager this role is central to water performance system optimisation and regulatory compliance delivering reliable outcomes aligned with production and asset objectives.

The role combines hands-on operational leadership with technical system oversight requiring strong capability in irrigation scheduling pump operation automated systems and data-driven decision making.

Key Focus Areas

Lead day-to-day irrigation operations to meet production and water efficiency targets

Operate maintain and improve irrigation systems within licence and water restrictions

Optimise water use to support yield quality and sustainability outcomes

Develop and deliver irrigation strategies including seasonal scheduling and long-term efficiency goals

Lead train and develop the irrigation team building a safe and high-performing culture

Champion WHS environmental compliance and quality assurance requirements

Maintain accurate records for irrigation activities water allocations and reporting

Oversee maintenance and performance of pumps pipes valves and irrigation infrastructure

Engage with water authorities suppliers and technical specialists as required

Drive continuous improvement through innovation data analysis and process refinement

About You

You are an experienced irrigation professional with:

Background as an Irrigation Manager Overseer or Senior Operator on large-scale irrigated farms

Strong practical knowledge of irrigation systems scheduling and water management

Confidence working with automated irrigation systems and farm management technology

Proven ability to lead and develop teams in a hands-on environment

Strong computer literacy and data interpretation skills

A collaborative team-oriented leadership style

Preferred system experience includes:

AgWorld SafeAg (or similar) John Deere GreenStar GPS moisture monitoring probes.

Tertiary qualifications in Agriculture Agronomy Crop Science or Farm Management are desirable but not essential.

Why This Role

This is a key leadership position with real operational impact ideal for someone who enjoys combining technical irrigation expertise people leadership and continuous improvement and who is ready to take ownership of water performance across an aggregation.

What We Offer

Competitive remuneration aligned with skills and experience

Safety-first workplace

Ongoing secure employment

Respectful team-focused culture that values reliability and contribution

Access to Our Employee Assistance Program

How to Apply

If you bring proven irrigation leadership experience strong systems knowledge and a practical data-driven approach to water management wed love to hear from you.

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