Senior Farm Hand

Senior Farm Hand / Mechanic – The Watermark Aggregation (Faulkner Farming)

Full-time | On-Site | Curlewis / Gunnedah NSW Region

About the Property

The Watermark Aggregation is a 6,000 Ha (~4,400Ha cropping) property located near to Curlewis, 30km south of Gunnedah, 70km northwest of Quirindi, and 80km west of Tamworth. It is a diversified enterprise focusing on mixed cropping and grazing.

About Faulkner Farming

Faulkner Farming manages mixed farming properties on behalf of institutional investors, with a strong focus on modern and innovative sustainable practices. We are proudly managed by Gunn Agri Partners, a leading agricultural investment firm overseeing assets across cattle production, mixed farming, and permanent crops. We are committed to the safety, wellbeing, and development of our team and offer a positive environment for career progression and innovation in agriculture.

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Farm Hand / Mechanic to join the Faulkner Farming team at The Watermark Aggregation. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, has strong mechanical capability, and wants to contribute meaningfully across broadacre cropping operations.

You'll be responsible for the safe and reliable operation of machinery and equipment through effective servicing, diagnostics, repairs, and preventative maintenance - while also supporting day-to-day farm activities from sowing to harvest.

This is a great opportunity to work within a professional, collaborative team where safety, innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable land management are core values.

Key Responsibilities

Farm Operations

• Support cropping activities across sowing, spraying, harvest and general land management.
• Monitor and report crop health, moisture conditions, pests and disease.
• Assist with pest and weed control activities.
• Maintain farm infrastructure and assist with daily property upkeep.
• Support accurate record keeping (spray logs, machinery use, harvest data, etc.)

Mechanical Maintenance

• Perform preventative maintenance, servicing and repairs on agricultural machinery, plant and vehicles.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults and complete repairs or parts replacement.
• Maintain workshop standards, order parts and manage inventory.
• Keep accurate repair logs, service schedules and equipment records.
• Provide breakdown support during peak periods to minimise downtime.

Machinery & Equipment Operation

• Safely operate tractors, harvesters and farm vehicles in line with operating guidelines and training.
• Conduct pre-start checks and ensure safe use and care of tools and equipment.

General & Safety

• Work collaboratively within the team and represent the business professionally.
• Promote and follow all workplace health, safety and environmental procedures.
• Contribute to continuous improvement across farming and workshop practices.

About You

You will bring:

• Mechanical trade qualification or strong practical mechanical experience (ag machinery experience desirable).
• Previous experience in broadacre cropping operations (preferred).
• Strong diagnostics and problem-solving capability.
• A proactive, team-focused attitude and clear communication skills.
• A commitment to working safely at all times.
• Current driver's licence (HR / forklift licence / chemical accreditation desirable).

What We Offer

• Join a well-resourced team backed by strong investment and industry expertise.
• Competitive pay and a supportive, practical team culture.
• Opportunity for ongoing development within a progressive agricultural business.
• Comfortable on-site accommodation with power, internet and dinner provided.

How to Apply

If this sounds like a role where you can grow, contribute, and take pride in your work, we'd love to hear from you.

Click Apply and submit your current resume and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and motivation for the role.

For further enquiries, contact us at

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.