3 Farm Manager jobs in Canada

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Prep Manager to oversee the preparation operations on our mushroom farm. This role is critical in ensuring that all growing materials and equipment are prepared, handled, and maintained in accordance with safety and quality standards. The Prep Manager will lead a team, manage daily workflows, and coordinate with other departments to support efficient and consistent mushroom production.

Key Responsibilities:

· Coordinate the timely preparation and distribution of compost and casing, ensuring proper handling and hygiene.

· Manage, train, and schedule a prep team; ensure all staff adhere to safety, cleanliness, and productivity standards.

· Monitor inventory levels of raw materials, tools, and equipment; ensure timely restocking.

· Ensure proper use, cleaning, and maintenance of all prep-area machinery

• Maintain strict cleanliness in all preparation areas and enforce sanitation protocols to prevent contamination or pest issues.
• Work closely with the Growing and Harvesting teams to align substrate and inoculation schedules with growing cycles.
• Maintain Records and data's.
• Scheduled trucks for loading and unloading Growing rooms.

Qualifications:

• Prior experience in agricultural, mushroom, or food production environments preferred
• Leadership experience with the ability to manage a small team
• Comfortable working in physically demanding, humid, and fast-paced environments
• Knowledge of hygiene, safety, and contamination prevention protocols
• Attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and operate machinery as needed
• Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, or weekends as required by production schedules

Preferred Qualifications:

• Mechanical aptitude for minor equipment troubleshooting
• Experience with record-keeping software or farm management systems

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly wage/salary
• Health benefits
• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunities for growth within a sustainable agriculture operation
• Hands-on experience in a growing and innovative industry

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $0.10 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance

Work Location: In person

Department: OAC Advancement
This position is represented by the agreement between the Professional Staff Association and the University of Guelph

Temporary full-time from 10/06/2025 to 08/13/2027
Temporary Absence of the Regular Incumbent

If you are a current employee of the University of Guelph you must apply on the internal Career Page in order to be considered as an internal applicant.
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General Purpose

Alumni Affairs & Development (AA&D)’s purpose is to maximize philanthropic support for the University of Guelph’s mission of creating unique solutions for the challenges facing our world. We achieve this purpose by building the kind of deep and sustained relationships with our donors, alumni and friends that increase awareness of, engagement with, and investment in the University of Guelph’s work. As a member of this campus-wide team, the Development Manager, Ontario Agricultural College epitomizes the department’s shared values of respect, empowerment, integrity, appreciation, and forward focus.

The University of Guelph is currently planning to launch its first fundraising campaign since 2014. The campaign aims to expand on the University’s recent fundraising growth so that AA&D becomes a team that consistently raises $75 M a year by 2030 (a record $5M was raised in FY24/25). By aligning donor passions with the university's ambitious goals, the campaign will boost revenue, elevate the university's global profile, deepen donor relationships, and create a highly developed culture of philanthropy across the University community. Institutional leaders and volunteers will be highly engaged in advocating for the university's global impact and the vital role of philanthropy in achieving this vision.

Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Associate Director Development (OAC) and working in partnership with the Advancement Team, you will be a relationship builder responsible for personal solicitation of donations, estate gifts and sponsorships in the range of 25,000 to 500,000.

As part of our mission to build lifelong relationships within our community, the Development Manager, OAC will play a key role in connecting donors with meaningful opportunities to support the College’s highest priorities. This includes engaging alumni, grateful clients, corporations, and friends of the University of Guelph to build lasting philanthropic support. The Development Manager will personally generate support through relationship-building and strategic engagement, with a focus on both advancing current funding opportunities and identifying new prospects to strengthen and grow our donor pipeline.

This position carries an annual fundraising goal that may evolve year to year, depending on institutional priorities and donor opportunities. Flexibility and adaptability will be essential to success, as will the ability to connect authentically and confidently with donors and prospects from diverse backgrounds. More specifically, the responsibilities of this role include:
Identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding donors and prospects through the fundraising cycle;
Maintaining a personal prospect portfolio of 80-100 cleared donors/prospects, undertaking 10-15 face-to-face meetings per month with donors/prospects;
Preparing briefing materials to support Senior Administration (President, VPs, AVPs, Dean) fundraising activity;
Collaborating with the Director of Advancement, the Dean, Associate Director Development, the Senior Development Manager and other internal partners to identify university priorities that will resonate with donors, e.g., scholarships, sponsorships, and capital projects;
Creating and presenting materials to advance fundraising asks such as: generic cases for support to more customized proposals;
Negotiating the closure of major gifts, including the creation of gift agreements and other supporting documentation;
Actively developing the OAC planned giving pipeline working in partnership with the OAC Director, Associate Director and the University of Guelph’s Gift Planning Manager.

Requirements
The university recognizes that no one individual will have the following skills/experience in equal measure but the qualifications below will be used to assess the suitability of candidates throughout the process:
Undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience, ideally with two years of fundraising experience.
Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) designation is preferred.
Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.
Proven ability to work independently and take initiative to meet goals and deadlines.
Strong problem-solving skills and persistence in navigating new challenges.
Capacity to manage competing priorities and respond effectively in dynamic situations.
Experience working successfully as part of a team in a fast-paced, complex environment.
Comfort and effectiveness in engaging with stakeholders at all levels, including senior executives.
Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and persuasively, both in writing and in person.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with donor databases and/or CRM systems.

If you have a passion or interest for agriculture, that would be an asset and will contribute to your success and satisfaction in this role.

Please include a cover letter along with your resume in your application.

Why choose the University of Guelph
Comprehensive Extended Health Care Benefits: Immediate enrollment in extended health to cover yourself and your family
Time off: Strong vacation allocation, floater days, and paid time off during the December closure to ensure that you are at your best
Wellness: In addition to extensive wellness programming, the University offers a yearly flexible spending credit that can be allocated to any of the following: Health Spending, Wellness or Professional Development
Learning & Development: Learning and development curriculum and other professional growth opportunities
On-campus Activities: Discounts on food and apparel, fitness programming, access to networking events and team building opportunities
Improve Life: Work that directly impacts a brighter future by turning knowledge into action

The university provides a flexible work arrangement. This position is required to be fulfilled both remotely and on-campus (Guelph Campus).

Employee Type: Regular
Position Number:
Classification: P&M FT- Band 04
Professional/Managerial Salary Bands
The target hiring salary for this position is minimum and up to 96% of midpoint for the salary grade.

*Tentative evaluation; subject to committee review.

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.

Posting Date: 09/23/2025
Closing Date: 10/14/2025