Farm Operator – Tractor & Potato Farming

About the role

Mitolo Family Farms is seeking motivated individuals to join their permanent, full‑time team as Farm Operators in the Riverland and Mallee regions of South Australia. Reporting to the Farm Manager, you will be involved in every stage of potato production, from soil preparation to harvest.

Key responsibilities

• Operate tractors and other farm equipment for planting, cultivation, and harvesting of potatoes.
• Inspect, sort, and grade potatoes and assist with loading, unloading, and transport to storage or distribution sites.
• Prepare the ground, set up irrigation, and plant crops.
• Monitor crop health, support pest and weed management, and keep accurate records of activities, equipment usage, and yields.
• Perform routine maintenance and basic repairs on machinery.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and environmental regulations.

Required profile

• Proven experience operating tractors and farm machinery, preferably in potato or similar agriculture.
• Strong understanding of soil preparation, irrigation, and crop management.
• Physical fitness to work long hours outdoors in varying weather.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work effectively within a team.
• Commitment to safety and willingness to obtain required certifications if not already held.

Required skills

• Tractor operation
• Farm machinery operation
• Chemical handling (certificate required or willing to acquire)
• Forklift operation (licence required or willing to acquire)
• Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
• Irrigation setup

What we offer

• Career growth and advancement opportunities within a forward‑thinking agricultural business.
• Incentives and recognition for safety, teamwork, and performance.
• Access to comprehensive mental and physical health programs.