Company

Drover Ag RecruitmentSee more

addressAddressGoondiwindi, QLD
CategoryConstruction & Property

Job description

The Role:
 
We are looking for a skilled Dryland Farmhand who can confidently work alone and handle all aspects of dryland farming. As a Dryland Farmhand, your responsibilities will include planting winter and summer crops, spraying (including camera spraying), harvesting, general maintenance, cleaning and servicing of machinery, grain cartage, and safe chemical handling. The ideal candidate should have prior experience in dryland farming and be able to demonstrate knowledge of the various tasks involved. If you are a hardworking and dedicated individual with a passion for agriculture, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
 
The Property & Employer:
 
This vast property is spread over a sprawling area of 5000 hectares, out of which 4500 hectares are dedicated to cropping. The property is conveniently located just 65 km away from Goondiwindi and a mere 10 km from Toobeah. As a farmhand, you will be working in collaboration with the farm manager and another farmhand. While working with the team, you will also have the opportunity to work independently when required.
 
This is a broadacre cropping role that will require you to operate modern machinery to get the job done. You will have the privilege of working with the latest John Deere fleet with GPS and a new G6 Goldacres Sprayer. The role involves large-scale cropping, and you will be responsible for operating and maintaining the machinery.
 
The Offer:
 
Our clients are offering a generous salary package of $28-$32 per hour, depending on experience. This package will be beneficial during peak seasons when the demand for work increases. The cottage accommodation provided has three bedrooms and one bathroom, making it ideal for a small family or couple. Additionally, you will have access to an on-farm work vehicle.
 
The Ideal Candidate:
 
The ideal candidate should have the following attributes:
  • Honesty
  • Motivation.
  • Punctuality.
  • You will have some experience with machinery operation.
  • A car licence. 
  • You will be willing to learn.
  • Previous experience with dryland cropping is ideal.
  • Mechanical ability and/or fabrication skills are beneficial.
  • An up-to-date Chemcert is advantageous.
  • Attention to detail and the ability to communicate well.
  • Be a great team player who is willing to learn and grow.
Want this job?
 
If you feel you’re the right fit for this position, please submit an up-to-date resume along with the contact details of 3 references. Preference will be given to those who supply a cover letter addressing their suitability - that is, tell us what you love about the role and how you think you’re the right fit.
Additional information
  • A position that offers education for the right person.
  • Family-owned and operated successful operation that values their employees.
  • You will be operating brand new John Deere Machinery.
Refer code: 1503242. Drover Ag Recruitment - The previous day - 2024-02-20 00:04

Drover Ag Recruitment

Goondiwindi, QLD
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