AIR SEEDER OPERATOR/GENERAL FARM HAND, BROOKTON WA

Rural Enterprises

  • Brookton, WA
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
An Air Seeder Operator/General Farm Hand is required on a mixed property with a 2,200Ha cropping program and sheep located near Brookton, WA (155km south-east of Perth). Starting early April until late June. Machinery operation experience is essential. New Holland machinery. Accommodation and vehicle available. Potential permanent position for the right person. Strictly non-smoking or vaping.Good things to know:
  • Small family operation, working alongside the owner;
  • 4,500Ha property with a 2,200Ha cropping program;
  • Located 20kms to Brookton township and 155km to Perth;
  • Potential for ongoing work;
  • Strictly non-smoking/vaping property!
About the role:
  • Starting early April until late June;
  • Pre-seeding paddock preparation including stubble burning, rock picking;
  • Operating the Air Seeder (day shift) - New Holland T9560 with GPS, Aus Plough 15m DBS bar and 9,000L bin;
  • Other general duties such as fencing, paddock clean up, machinery maintenance and cleaning, filling seeder with truck, loader work, spreading available;
  • Stock work available if desired; 2,000 Merino sheep + weaners - duties include feeding and yard work including drafting, drenching, marking.
About you:
  • Experience with machinery operation and maintenance;
  • Experience with livestock preferred;
  • Experience operating an articulated loader
  • Ability to work with technology;
  • Ability to work independently;
  • Ability to listen and follow instructions.
  • Ability to drive a truck;
  • Strictly non-smoker/vaper only;
  • Highly Desirable Skills and Experience:
  • HC Truck licence
  • Mechanical and welding skills
What's on offer:
  • Hourly rate: Good hourly rate dependent upon experience.
  • Hours: During Seeding, 6 says a week; 12 hours per day;
  • Accommodation: 4 x bedroom house available;
  • No meals provided;
  • Work Ute provided;
  • Flexible hours to travel into town for supplies, occasionally cooked dinner provided.
ALL ENQUIRIES WELCOME - CALL US ON (08) 9477 6600.

Rural Enterprises