Senior Farm Hand - Cropping, Warradarge WA

About the role

Rural Enterprises is recruiting a senior farm hand for a mixed farming operation in the Mid West of Western Australia, about 1,500 hectares of cropping and pasture with canola, wheat and hay. It is primarily an experienced cropping role: you will run the machinery through seeding, spraying and harvest, and may take ownership of the cropping program and work closely with the owner and agronomist. Livestock is not the main responsibility.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day cropping program across approximately 1,500ha of crops and pasture
• Operate and maintain the farm's cropping machinery
• Carry out servicing, preventative maintenance and general repairs
• Manage spraying operations and chemical application
• Assist with pasture establishment and hay production
• Keep machinery and cropping operations organised throughout the season
• Occasionally assist with livestock or other general farm work

Required profile

• Around five years of practical cropping experience or equivalent capability
• Ability to work independently
• Interest in cropping management and decision-making
• Good communication skills and a practical, keen approach

Required skills

• Strong machinery operating skills
• SP spraying experience
• Good mechanical ability and maintenance skills (no qualification needed)

What we offer

• Pay of approximately $40-$50 per hour depending on experience
• 4 x 2 brick family home with established lawns, utilities included
• LandCruiser/work vehicle supplied
• Family-friendly accommodation and primary school bus to the front gate
• Immediate start available