Header/Machinery Operator

Start Date : ASAP

Pay Rate: $40/hr

Benefits: ON-FARM ACCOMMODATION + ELECTRICITY + MEAT + WORK VEHICLE

Position Type: Full Time

Job Description: Our client is a family-owned contracting and broadacre farming business operating across 5,500 acres over 2 properties and servicing multiple farms within the region. The contracting business side of the operation is well established with a modern fleet of CASE headers, CASE self-propelled spray rig, Goldacre spray units, spreaders, and other large-scale machinery.

Our client is seeking a full-time machinery operator to join their close-knit team and contribute to the success of both their farming and contracting operations.

About the role:

- Operation of broadacre cropping machinery, including planting, spraying, harvesting, and spreaders

- Working as part of a supportive and skilled team across both the farming and contracting businesses

- Maintaining machinery to a high standard with a strong focus on attention to detail

- Representing the business in a professional, neat, and tidy manner

- Dealing directly with clients, ensuring high levels of service

About you:

- Minimum 3 years’ experience operating a self-propelled spray rig

- Proficient in the use of GPS technology – Trimble

- Experience with chemical handling, mixing, and application (Chemical accreditation is highly regarded)

- Strong attention to detail and pride in quality work

- Good communication skills and the ability to build positive client relationships

- Mechanical aptitude and willingness to carry out machinery maintenance

- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

- A neat, tidy, and professional approach

- An HR or HC licence is an advantage, but not essential

This is a fantastic opportunity to secure a full–time role with long-term prospects in a successful and respected contracting business. You’ll have the chance to operate modern, well-maintained machinery across a variety of broadacre tasks, while enjoying the benefits of on-farm accommodation in a comfortable 3-bedroom house. As part of a family-owned and team-oriented workplace, you’ll be valued for your skills and supported by a dedicated team.

Please note this position is not available to Working Holiday Visa Holders.

Due to the large volume of applications we receive, we will only contact shortlisted applicants.

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