Mixed Cropping And Livestock Farmer

Cropping & Livestock Farmer, Mingenew WA

Kilkerran Agriculture is located in the Midwest of Western Australia and is seeking a Full Time experienced and suitably qualified Cropping and Livestock farmer (sheep and cattle) responsible for the day-to-day operations on the farm, reporting to the farm owners.

Tasks as follows:

•         Managing and undertaking the day-to-day operations involved in the growing of crops, including soil cultivation, application of fertiliser and chemicals.
•       Management and operation of the John Deere Combine harvester, Air Seeder and MC truck.
•       Collection, organisation, and presentation of farm records.
•         Managing and undertaking the day-to-day operations involved in the breeding, raising and health of livestock.

Required Skills & Experience:

•         At least 5 years’ experience in Mixed Cropping and Livestock farm management, including the operation of seeding rigs, harvesters, boom sprayers, loaders, and all other associated broad acre machinery.
•         Proven Proficiency in English communication skills.
•        Sound Mechanical Skills, and proven Management skills.
•    The ability to have or obtain a MC truck licence.

About The Role:

·        Operation of broadacre machinery.

·        Assisting with livestock production.

·        General farm hand duties including repairs and maintenance, fencing and other tasks.

·        Salary from $70000,00 - $74000,00/year.

About you:

·        Must be experienced with operating broadacre machinery and all areas of livestock production.

·        Ability to work in a team or individually.

·        Honest and reliable – knows when to report issues with gear etc.

·        Must be a non-smoker.

·        Physical and mental ability to complete everyday tasks safely and efficiently.

·        Willingness to adhere to farm safety protocols. 

• Looking for candidates available to work:
  • Monday: Morning, Afternoon
  • Tuesday: Morning, Afternoon
  • Wednesday: Morning, Afternoon
  • Thursday: Morning, Afternoon
  • Friday: Morning, Afternoon
• More than 4 years of relevant work experience required for this role
• Work visa can be provided for this role
• Expected start date for role: 02 September 2024
• Expected salary: $70,000 - $74,000 per month