General Operator - Farming

About the role

Busso Blues is looking for hardworking, reliable and motivated General Operators to support its daily farming operations. This is a hands-on role suited to people who enjoy working outdoors, operating machinery and helping produce high-quality crops. The operator supports the farm's day-to-day work and helps meet production, quality and efficiency targets.

Key responsibilities

• Machinery and equipment: operate tractors, harvesters, spray rigs, loaders and other farm machinery safely; carry out spraying, cultivation, harvesting and transport; inspect and maintain equipment and report faults promptly.
• Crop and field work: assist with planting, cultivating and harvesting; ensure produce meets quality standards and minimise damage; follow handling procedures and cold-chain requirements; support irrigation setup and monitoring, including drip irrigation; weed, mulch, monitor pests and diseases, apply fertilisers and chemicals under supervision, and help with netting and frost protection.
• Property maintenance: clean and maintain buildings, sheds and facilities, help with fence repairs, keep work areas safe and support waste management and environmental practices.
• Team contribution: work well with supervisors and colleagues, follow instructions, be reliable and punctual, and take part in training.

Required profile

• No formal education required; agricultural certification and farm experience are an advantage.
• Physically fit for manual labour and able to learn new tasks quickly.
• Effective communication in English, strong teamwork and commitment to health, safety and quality standards.

What we offer

• A dynamic agricultural environment.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• A supportive team culture.
• Exposure to modern farming practices and equipment.