Machinery Operator

What does a Machinery Operator at Warakirri Cropping do

In your new role as a Machinery Operator you will operate modern cropping machinery across a range of farming activities including spraying spreading paddock preparation planting cartage and harvest operations.

• Operate and monitor modern machinery and precision agriculture technology while supporting crop health and production outcomes
• Assist with recording storage and handling during and post harvest
• Carry out daily pre-start checks servicing greasing cleaning and basic maintenance of machinery and equipment
• Operating machinery during busy seasonal periods such as seeding and harvest including longer working days when required
• Maintain a safe work environment by following farm procedures and taking pride in equipment presentation and upkeep
• Be supported to learn and develop new skills with ongoing opportunities to gain exposure across different areas of the operation

Qualifications :

Do you recognise yourself in the following statements

• You have a demonstrated track-record of employment in a dryland/broadacre cropping operation.
• You have experience operating large-scale cropping plant and equipment.
• You have a strong focus on safety.
• You work best in a team environment and enjoy contributing to a successful farm team and kicking goals together.
• People pride you on your initiative and self-motivation.
• You have a current drivers license.
• You have a current chemical users certificate or you are open to obtaining one through us.

Additional Information :

• We offer accommodation and attractive salary packages based on experience.
• A true safety focus across the entire company. Safety first whats the rush.
• A strong focus on fatigue management and work hours. We pride ourselves on work life balance.
• The opportunity to meet with other farm teams from across Australia to exchange ideas learn about new equipment and have some fun along the way. These open and honest collaboration events are unique to Warakirri.
• Opportunities to grow your career both on the farm or with broader horizons. Learning and development of our people is a strong focus at all levels of the organisation.
• An organisation that has made commitments to sustainability and is putting that into action.
• Industry leading parental leave for both primary and secondary caregiver.
• Being part of a fun WhatsApp group with all the other employees where you get to see what is going on across the other farms in the Warakirri Cropping portfolio.

You probably want to hit apply now but if you have any additional questions feel free to reach out to Niki Bosman at

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time