Macadamia Farm Hand

Are you passionate about agriculture and eager to jump into a career full of training and development opportunities? Rural Funds Management (RFM) has multiple, full-time opportunities for team members who are excited about the ability to work outdoors, in a friendly and safety conscious team on our macadamia orchards.

Situated in the Fitzroy Region, near Gogango, Rural Funds Management is operating multiple macadamia orchards in various stages of development. As a result, this has opened roles in our operations team, irrigation team and our development team! Employees can also enjoy complimentary company bus service from designated pick-up locations between Rockhampton and the farms.                                                                                                                                                                         

Key Responsibilities

Reporting to the Orchard Manager, Irrigation Manager or Development Manager, you will be responsible for:

• All aspects of farm work, including land preparation, planting, pruning and slashing
• Contributing to the development and installation of irrigation systems
• Operating and calibrating farming machinery
• Assisting with herbicide and pesticide application
• Contributing to a positive and productive working environment

• A positive, can-do attitude is essential
• You will be flexible, reliable, and available to work hours which may vary to meet operational demands (with potential for Saturday work and paid overtime)
• You will hold a C class drivers’ licence (essential)
• Previous experience working on a farm and operating farm machinery is desirable but not a requirement
• You will be willing to undertake training at our cost to obtain your Chemical Users Certificate and/or other required courses

• An above award hourly rate, based on your skills and experience
• Optional transport available to/from work on a company bus service from designated pick-up locations between Rockhampton and the farms (subject to availability of seats)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities. Traineeships will be considered on a case by case basis
• Salary continuance insurance, life insurance, and annual discretionary bonus (subject to eligibility criteria

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, please submit a covering letter addressing the requirements mentioned above and your resume via our website. Please note that candidates may be evaluated before the closing date.

At RFM we value inclusion and encourage applicants from different backgrounds to apply.

About Rural Funds Management

Rural Funds Management (RFM) is an industry leader managing approximately $2.0 billion in agricultural assets on behalf of retail and institutional investors, including the ASX-listed Rural Funds Group (RFF). We have over 26 years' experience owning, developing, and operating farms in most Australian states. 

At RFM, our culture is built on the core principle of 'Managing good assets with good people.' We believe in being precise, offering variety, rewarding effort, and providing a friendly workplace. 

Joining RFM means becoming part of a dedicated team of over 240 professionals, including fund managers, finance experts, horticulturists, agronomists, and farm managers. Whether you are seeking a corporate or operational role, RFM has a place for individuals who are passionate about agriculture and finance.