Mobile Plant Operators

6 days ago

Virginia, Australia Zerella Holdings Full time

Zerella Fresh is one of Australia’s largest grower and packers of Carrots, Onions and Potatoes supplying Australia’s leading supermarket chains plus independents and exports.

We are currently seeking experienced and motivated MOBILE PLANT OPERATORS to join our team on a full-time permanent basis, supporting operations at our Virginia site in South Australia.

As a valuable member of our team, this position will play a vital role in the success of our operations. If you are reliable, energetic and have a passion for agriculture we would love to hear from you.

**Duties include**:

- Fasten and attach/detach implements to undertake necessary work.
- Operate and control tractor-drawn and self-propelled plant to plough land and sow, fertilise, cultivate, and harvest crops, avoiding damage to crops.
- Operate and control equipment used in agricultural production, preparing, and positioning the plant for operation.
- Manage calibration of equipment and effectively adjust the speed, height, and depth of implements to maintain accuracy and effectiveness.
- Maintain, service and complete minor maintenance on farm machinery and notify line manager when machinery malfunctions occur.
- Actively participate in operational planning with the Agricultural Technician, harvest team and Packing Production Manager to maximise packing.
- Inspection of crops to determine yield and suitability for harvest.
- Direct and monitor the activities of bin chaser drivers, truck drivers and harvest crew.
- Document work completed.
- Maintain logs and records as per company procedures.
- All other requirements as directed to achieve business objectives.

**Requirements**:

- Minimum of 2 years relevant work experience, experience operating large machinery highly desirable.
- Experience in machinery maintenance and / or mechanical maintenance.
- Experience in horticultural operations / farm management.
- Basic mechanical knowledge and experience working with large scale agricultural machinery.
- Unrestricted Class C Drivers Licence (essential).
- Forklift Licence (essential).
- Cultural adaptability and a willingness to work with a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Ability and willingness to undertake manual, and sometimes physical work.
- Ability and willingness to work outdoors, in all kinds of weather conditions.
- A willingness to be hands on and participate in a broad range of duties, a strong work ethic is essential.
- Respect for others and pride in team’s performance.
- Commitment to ongoing learning.
- Commitment to delivering team goals and the drive to be successful.

This position will require weekend and night work in line with production demands.

Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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