Farm Hand/Operator

Farm Hand / Operator – Wollemi Farms (Bundaberg Region, QLD)

Permanent
• Full-time
• Regenerative Horticulture

About Us

Our people are at the heart of what we do.

Wollemi Farms is part of Gunn Agri Partners — one of Australia's leading sustainable farmland managers.

Wollemi Farms specialises in regenerative horticulture, focused on restoring soil health, building resilient orchards, and integrating innovative water and natural capital practices at scale.

From state-of-the-art irrigation systems to our closed-loop composting program, everything we do is about farming smarter, improving the land, and growing high-quality produce for the long term.

Join a team where sustainability, people, and performance genuinely matter.

About the Role

We are seeking a Farm Hand / Operator to join our team in the Bundaberg region. This hands-on role suits someone who enjoys variety, working outdoors, and contributing to a high-performing farm crew.

You'll support day-to-day orchard operations, including machinery operation, irrigation, maintenance, orchard care, and general farm tasks. You'll be part of a safety-focused team using modern equipment and regenerative practices.

What You'll Be Doing

Orchard & Farming Operations

• Carry out orchard care tasks including pruning, pest & disease monitoring, and weed control
• Support spray programs and maintain accurate application records
• Assist with crop monitoring, soil moisture checks, and tree health observations

Machinery & Equipment

• Operate tractors, sprayers, mowers and other orchard machinery safely
• Complete daily pre-start checks and routine servicing
• Assist with installation, maintenance and monitoring of irrigation systems

Maintenance & Infrastructure

• Basic repairs on equipment within your skill level
• Perform routine checks on pumps, filters, and irrigation components
• Report major maintenance needs to the Supervisor/Manager

Safety & Teamwork

• Follow all workplace health and safety procedures
• Communicate clearly with supervisors and team members
• Represent Wollemi Farms professionally in the community

About You

You'll thrive in this role if you are practical, positive, reliable, and enjoy hands-on farm work.

Skills & Experience

Previous farm or orchard experience preferred

Ability to operate farm/orchard machinery safely

Strong attention to detail

Good communication skills and a team-first attitude

Motivation to learn and grow in a progressive horticulture business

Enjoy working outdoors in a physically active role

Nice to Have

• ChemCert, Forklift ticket, First Aid Certificate
• Interest in regenerative agriculture
• Willingness to undertake Cert II–IV in Horticulture

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Stable full-time work with a strong safety-first culture
• On-the-job training + formal training opportunities
• Career pathways within the Wollemi Farms and Gunn Agri network
• Work within a progressive, sustainability-focused farming business
• Supportive team environment and approachable leadership

How to Apply

If you're passionate about horticulture, sustainability, and working with good people — we'd love to hear from you

Click Apply now or email your CV to

Gunn Agri Partners was established in 2013 and provides agricultural investment and farm management services for Australian, North American and European investors. Our company adopts an industry-leading framework that integrates sustainability in the design and delivery of its strategies and a mandate to transparently report against investor's target outcomes. Gunn Agri manages $1.2bn of assets and commitments managed by the following platforms: Gunn Agri Cattle Fund: northern Australian grass-fed cattle, row cropping and natural asset development. The operating entity established in 2015 is Cunningham Cattle Co. Pty Ltd. Wollemi Farms: investing in permanent crop assets such as macadamias, avocados, and stone fruit across the eastern seaboard of Australia. The operating entity established in 2021 is Wollemi Farms Pty Ltd. Transforming Farming: mixed farming enterprises, which includes the development of natural assets such as carbon sequestration and biodiversity. The operating entity established in 2021 is Faulkner Farming Pty Ltd. Wilga Farming (Australia): mixed farming enterprises, which includes the development of natural assets such as carbon sequestration and biodiversity. The operating entity established in 2023 is Wilga Farming (Australia) Pty Ltd. Meldora: mixed farming enterprises which includes the development of carbon sequestration and biodiversity projects.