Senior Operator - Farming - Northern
AU
About the Company
Goulburn Valley Water (GVW) provides quality water and wastewater services to 54 towns in North Central Victoria. Our purpose is to support healthy and prosperous communities.
We are seeking a Senior Operator - Farming to join our Commercial Operations team and support farming activities across GVW's Northern region.
Drawing on your farming experience and leadership capability, you will help support and mentor a small team while contributing to a broad range of agricultural activities including irrigation, livestock management, cropping, pasture management and farm maintenance.
This is a hands-on role that combines field-based work with leadership responsibilities, helping to ensure safe, sustainable and commercially viable farming operations across our region.
If you're passionate about agriculture, enjoy working outdoors and are ready to take the next step in your leadership journey, we'd love to hear from you.
About your new role...
GVW operates a diverse farming enterprise across multiple locations, delivering sustainable and commercially viable agricultural operations that complement our broader business activities.
Supporting the Farm Coordinator and Team Leaders, you will play a key role in leading farming operations across our Northern farming areas, including Tongala, Cobram, Shepparton and surrounding districts.
The role involves a mix of hands-on farming and leadership responsibilities, including irrigation management, livestock operations, cropping, pasture management, farm maintenance and contractor coordination. You will also provide mentoring and support to farm operators and trainees, contributing to a positive and high-performing team culture.
You will utilise a range of farm management and computer-based systems, assist with planning and reporting, and help ensure compliance with operational, environmental and safety requirements.
To meet operational requirements, you will ideally be located within GVW's Northern operating region. Travel across GVW districts may be required from time to time.
About you...
We're looking for someone with:
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- Certificate IV in Agriculture; or Certificate III in Agriculture with at least 5 year’s relevant experience; or a minimum of 7 year’s relevant experience
- Minimum 7 year’s experience in farm agriculture including irrigation, livestock, feedlot and cropping operations.
- Experience leading, coaching or supporting a small team
- Experience in livestock and pasture management, particularly cattle or sheep operations
- Experience operating and maintaining irrigation systems and equipment
- Strong computer skills and the ability to learn and utilise farm management software and digital systems
- A strong commitment to safety and safe work practices
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organisational, self-management and problem-solving skills.
- A hands-on approach and the ability to work outdoors in a range of conditions
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The following will be highly regarded:
- Experience with contractor management
- Experience purchasing farm equipment and/or delivering farm infrastructure projects
- HC Truck Licence
- Completion of a recognised leadership program
- Experience using farm management software such as AgriWebb, AgWorld or automated irrigation systems
Applicants must hold a current driver’s licence, and be an Australian Citizen, permanent resident or hold a visa permitting work in Australia.
Where you'll be working...
Don't take our word for the amazing liveability/lifestyle benefits of the regions we service, check out these sites to learn about where you could work and play; Greater Shepparton region, Go Seymour, Go Nagambie, Strathbogie and Destination Cobram.
What you'll get...
You will have the opportunity to join a diverse and inclusive organisation with strong ties to our regional community.
- Classification GVW3: $82,541 - $100,700 + super (salary starting point is dependent upon relevant qualifications, skills, and experience)
- A Full-Time position
- Regional lifestyle benefits.
- 12 Rostered Day’s Off (RDO’s) per year
- Opportunity to make a difference to the team and wider organisation and contribute to the ongoing liveability and prosperity of the region you live in
- An organisation committed to OHS and safe working practices and the wellbeing of its staff including flu vaccinations, skin checks, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Strong leadership team
- Encouragement and support to pursue professional growth and development opportunities.
- Annual performance reviews that encourage, recognise and reward performance.
- Supportive team culture
- Flexible, diverse, and inclusive workplace
For further information on this position, you are encouraged to contact Justin Walta, Manager - Commercial Operations on
0437 801 511
Applications close 11:59pm, Sunday 15 November 2026
Interested?
Please apply via our online portal, clicking the blue "apply" button below
*Please note, when you click the apply button you will be taken to the online application form. Here you will be asked to provide personal and contact details and respond to employment related questions. You will be required to attach your cover letter, resume, and address key selection criteria when prompted
Goulburn Valley Water is an equal opportunity employer valuing all people, diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives
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