Skilled Farm Hand - Diversified Family Operation - Forbes, NSW

Job Description

The Employer Our client’s diversified farming operation includes dryland and irrigated broadacre crops, hay production, and sheep production. It is situated on the alluvial plains on the Lachlan River, just 10km from Forbes, NSW. The district is a cropping area, and the Lachlan Valley is renowned for producing some of the finest quality hay. With the support of the Lachlan River, the company consistently delivers high-quality products tailored to a wide range of climates. They use cutting-edge technology to grow quality products, allowing them to effectively serve niche markets with precision and flexibility. The operation covers an area of approximately 3200 hectares, of this, 1600 hectares are used for growing dryland and irrigation crops such as wheat, canola, and oats for grain and hay production. The remaining 1600 hectares are used for the sheep operation, which consists of a 3500 self-replacing Merino flock primarily for wool production. Additionally, there are 1000 older ewes joined to Dorset rams for meat production, and this part of the operation is managed by a full-time stockman. The Role We are looking for a skilled individual who is experienced in farm machinery operations and truck driving to join the dynamic mixed farming team. The responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, general farm maintenance, ground preparation, irrigation, sowing, spraying, harvesting, mowing, raking, baling, and truck driving for transporting grain and hay. The business mainly operates modern John Deere tractors, New Holland hay equipment, international harvesters, and Kenworth trucks with triaxle tipper trailers or drop decks. Proficiency in operating prime movers will be necessary to handle grain and hay to efficiently transport it from the farm to clients within a 100km radius. Experience with AgWorld for recording daily data and implementing strategies to optimise production is highly desirable. The workplace culture emphasises flexibility and supports a healthy work-life balance, offering an environment where your broadacre cropping and hay production skills will be valued. The Offer The successful candidate will receive an attractive salary package based on their skillset, which includes a comfortable 3-bedroom house on the property. The house features air conditioning, heating options, and convenient access to town. Forbes, which is under 10 km away, is renowned for its historical buildings situated alongside beautiful riverbanks and offers all essential amenities. The Ideal Candidate Ideally, you should have a passion for Broadacre Cropping with 3 – 5 years of experience within a similar role, a willingness to learn with the opportunity for advancement to gain qualifications and obtain the following attributes: Previous large machinery operation experience Mechanical aptitude and fabrication skills HC License with the option to upgrade to MC license if required Chemical certificate or willing to obtain Honest, trustworthy and reliable Willingness to work within a team as well as autonomous Strong communication and excellent time management skills Register your interest If you feel that 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. For further information please call Haley on 0476 669 453 or email #J-18808-Ljbffr