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Plantation R&D Manager

Inglewood, Victoria 3517, Australia • Full-time

Description

FGB Natural Products (FGB) is an Australian family owned company specialising in natural products. The Company’s brands include Bosisto’s and Euky Bear, helping families live a healthier, more natural life.

FGB is a primary producer of Eucalyptus Oil, with harvesting and distilling operations near Inglewood-Wedderburn, Victoria. The Company owns and manages over 1,500 Ha of blue mallee eucalypt plantations for oil production and maintains State Forest harvesting licenses with the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning.

FGB is proud of its rich heritage, growing natural product range and passion and commitment to being a champion of Australian Eucalyptus Oil.

About the Role

We’re on the lookout for a curious, enthusiastic and capable individual to join our team and help drive exciting advancements in our Blue Mallee Eucalypt plantations. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, this is your opportunity to play a key role in research that supports the future of sustainable agriculture.

You’ll contribute to pioneering work in plant genetics, productivity, and sustainable plantation management. Working closely with our farm team, CEO, and external consultants, you’ll have a real impact on improving our plantation, harvesting, and distillation processes.

What You’ll Be Doing

No two weeks will be the same, but your role will include:

• Conducting field and lab-based research to improve our understanding of genetics, growth patterns, oil yield, soil health, and land management.

• Managing and monitoring seed orchards, trials, and other research assets.

• Helping to design and establish new orchard sites.

• Applying the latest in horticulture, forestry, and agri-tech to optimise productivity.

• Collaborating with a passionate and hands-on team to manage plantations, boost eucalyptus oil yields, and maintain high safety standards.

Whether you’re looking to apply your academic skills, expand your practical knowledge, or bring leadership to a research program, there’s room to grow with us.

What It’s Like Working at FGB

At FGB, we take pride in a culture that values health, innovation, and integrity. When you join us, you’ll enjoy:

• A competitive salary package

• Ongoing training and career development

• Discounts on our premium products

• An extra day off for your birthday

• Flexible work arrangements to support your lifestyle

• Free onsite parking

What We’re Looking For

We welcome candidates from a wide range of backgrounds. Ideally, you’ll:

• Have a qualification (or be working toward one) in Plant Science, Forestry, Horticulture, Agriculture, or a related field.

• Enjoy working outdoors and be comfortable in a farm or rural setting.

• Be self-motivated, organised and proactive in managing your own work.

• Have good communication skills and enjoy working with others.

Whether you’re an early-career professional eager to learn or a seasoned expert ready to lead, we’d love to hear from you.

Role Type

On-site • Permanent • Full-time • Associate

Company Overview

FGB Natural Products is a proudly Australian and family-owned business specialising in natural products and healthy solutions. You may know us from our brands such as Bosisto’s, Euky Bear, we are also the exclusive distributors of Vicks Home Health and Braun medical devices in Australia & NZ.
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