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Job Description

Hancock Natural Resource Group, Inc. (HNRG) founded in 1985, is a registered investment adviser and wholly owned subsidiary of John Hancock/Manulife Financial Corporation. HNRG is based in Boston, Massachusetts and is comprised of two core businesses; Hancock Timber Resource Group (HTRG) which develops and manages timberland investments and Hancock Agricultural Investment Group (HAIG) which develops and manages farmland investments. As of September 30, 2020, HNRG managed $14.1 billion of timberland and farmland, comprising approximately 5.9 million acres located in the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Chile. HNRG is committed to socially responsible investing and sustainable management of its client's assets, including the ongoing reduction of environmental impact, and improvement of sustainability and stewardship performance.

Hancock Forest Management, Inc. ("HFM") and Hancock Farmland Services, Inc. ("HFS") are wholly owned subsidiaries of Hancock Natural Resource Group ("HNRG"). HFM and HFS are property management companies that serve global institutional investors through related-party investment management groups (Hancock Timber Resource Group and Hancock Agricultural Investment Group) and third-party private investors. HFM oversees the timber development and harvesting operations for approximately 3.8million acres of timberland across the USA and Canada. HFS oversees the agricultural assets and operations for approximately 0.3 million acres of farmland throughout the USA. Collectively, HFM and HFS represent the North American property management platform of

Responsible for implementing, supervising, and conducting farming operations in a manner minimizing expenses and maximizing yields. Fully capable of training other ranch foreman and laborers.

Th Ranch Foreman will assist Ranch Manager in formulating efficient operating plans per property. Perform within the total budget framework adjusting for special unforeseen, uncontrollable conditions that cause variances from "normal" budgeted figures. Implementation and execution of effective, efficient, orderly, and timely farming operations. Promptly respond to special circumstances or conditions during the growing season such as weather, pest, diseases, or other extraordinary events. Take responsibility for training other FMS foremen in all aspects of the crop protectant materials used in the industry in order to ensure safe, appropriate, and optimal use on the farms. Achieve yields comparable or better than the best farmers in the area, with similar property. Professional interactions with contractors, labor, vendors, equipment, and processors, in a strong, fair manner. Assist other employees in performing their duties efficiently and effectively. Promptly report problems or successes, and any other reports required by Ranch Manager. Follow procurement procedures for the informal bidding process, and train other foremen in proper procedures. Enforce company safety policies. Ensure company policies are followed, and all employees are properly trained. Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 8-15 years experience in farming and equipment operation preferred.
  
  


• Previous experience in supervising employees.
  
  


• Prior experience training employees preferred
  
  


• Ability to operate all applicable farm-related equipment, and train other FMS Foremen to operate the equipment.
  
  


• Must be able to work well with management.
  
  


• Must be able to communicate well with others.
  
  


• First aid training.
  
  


• Qualified Applicators Certificate.
  
  


• Bilingual preferred (English and Spanish).
  
  


• Valid driver's license.
  
  


• Insurable with Company's Insurance.
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Frequent Sitting, occasional lifting
  
  


• Lift up to 50 pounds
  
  


• Must be able to travel long distances
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Performing the essential functions of this job may require the incumbent to: work with and/or around hazardous materials; perform lifting and bending; or be exposed to unpleasant or hazardous conditions or substances in the field, such as heat, exhaust, or chemicals.

Hancock Natural Resource Group (HNRG) is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. The Company is committed to employ, train, promote and compensate individuals based on job-related qualifications and ability without regard to race, color, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran or marital status.

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About John Hancock and Manulife

John Hancock is a unit of Manulife Financial Corporation, a leading international financial services group that helps people make their decisions easier and lives better. We operate primarily as John Hancock in the United States, and Manulife globally, including Canada, Asia and Europe. We provide financial advice, insurance and wealth and asset management solutions for individuals, groups and institutions. Assets under management and administration by Manulife and its subsidiaries were CAD$1.3 trillion (US$1.1 trillion) as of June 30, 2021. Manulife Financial Corporation trades as MFC on the TSX, NYSE, and PSE, and under 945 on the SEHK. Manulife can be found at manulife.com .

One of the largest life insurers in the United States, John Hancock supports more than 10 million Americans with a broad range of financial products, including life insurance , annuities , investments , 401(k) plans , and education savings plans . Additional information about John Hancock may be found at johnhancock.com .

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife /John Hancock , we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention,advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour , ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process . All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies .To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact recruitment@manulife.com .

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