Mixed Crop Farmer

ARKLE FARMS PTY LTDMunglinup, WA 6450 Mixed Crop Farmer Salary $70k - $80k per year

Arkle Farms is a family-owned farming enterprise in Western Australia. We operate several broadacre properties in the Lake King and Esperance areas. We currently have a position available for a Mixed Crop Farmer.

Main Responsibilities

As a Mixed Crop Farmer, you will plan, organise, control, coordinate and perform farming operations to both grow, harvest and market crops.

Main Tasks

1.      planning crop growing activities including seeding, fertilising, harvesting and other matters to ensure the maximum yields are achieved from crops.

2.      directing and overseeing all crop growing activities including seed planting, pruning, irrigation, fertilising, pest control and weed control.

3.      maintaining crop production and maintaining optimal growing conditions

4.      maintaining and evaluating records of farming activities, monitoring market activity and planning production accordingly

5.      managing business capital, monitoring market activity and planning production accordingly

6.      may select, train and supervise staff and contractors.

Skills

1.      Able to work long hours on location.

2.      Good communication skills.

3.      Must be physically fit.

Qualifications

Suitable certification or relevant experience

Experience

1.      At least 3 years previous experience in the farming industry.

2.      Knowledge of farming best practices.

• Looking for candidates available to work:
  • Monday: Morning, Afternoon
  • Tuesday: Morning, Afternoon
  • Wednesday: Morning, Afternoon
  • Thursday: Morning, Afternoon
  • Friday: Morning, Afternoon
• 2-3 years of relevant work experience required for this role
• Working rights required for this role
• Expected salary: $70 - $80 per year