Farm Operator
The Company
Kinross Farms is a successful family business and industry leader in the egg industry, producing both fresh eggs and value-added egg products 7 days a week, 365 days a year. At Kinross Farms, we are passionate about eggs, and believe that great eggs come from great chooks. However, we are just as passionate about our people. Our employees are the backbone of our business and are a key part in making Kinross Farm a truly excellent place to work!
Reporting to the Farm Manager, we are seeking an experienced Farm Operator/Truck Driver to be part of our wonderful team in Carisbrook. Great hourly rate on offer for the right candidate and a long-term opportunity to join the Kinross family!
Responsibilities
• Operating excavator and other farm machinery e.g., tractor, telehandler & skid steer loader
• Operating wheeled front end loader
• Operating heavy combination truck
• General farm duties as required e.g. running manure around site
• Reporting faults and/or concerns to the Farm Manager and other relevant staff
• Adhere to Kinross safety standards, policy and procedures
• Engage in support functions to support continuous improvement and process efficiencies
Skills/Licences
• Manual medium rigid driver licence
• Valid Victorian Driver’s license
• Excavator Operation ticket desirable
• Skid steer ticket desirable
• Telehandler experience desirable
• Good mechanical aptitude
• Can do attitude
• Team player
The successful candidate will have a high appreciation for safety, quality and continuous improvement.
Full availability Monday-Friday is essential.
How to Apply
To be considered, please forward a cover letter outlining your suitability with a current CV via the “Apply Now” feature below. Alternatively, please contact our People and Culture Department on (03) 5780 1***. For a confidential discussion.
To learn more about Kinross Farms, please visit https://www.kinrossfarm.com.au/
Due to strict biosecurity policies, applicants must not own chickens, birds, or pigs.