Good practical management and financial skills are essential. Maturity may be a positive asset since experience is highly valued. Competition Recent economic trends have caused competition to become relatively high. Tips for entry Relevant work experience is a prerequisite for trainee manager posts. Entry is normally at a lower level.
Some farms are only able to offer unpaid work experience.
Practical experience, before or during study, can give a significant time advantage. Useful directories None applicable. Environmental Management and Conservation Recruitment agencies Recruitment agencies sometimes handle vacancies. Normally for experienced farm managers. S1 This Occupational Profile forms part of Prospects Planner , an advanced computer careers guidance program for use in higher education.