Job Overview
Family run business 65km east of Dongara coast and 40km from local town of Mingenew.
Some farming experience required but on the ground training will be provided. Seeking a motivated, tidy and punctual employee to assist in all aspects of the farming business. Pre seeding duties involve spreading fert/lime. Deep ripping. Spading. Machine preparation/maintenance.
The Farm
4250ha cropping enterprise, growing wheat lupins and canola.
Main job description
Sowing usually begins mid-April. Spreading, deep ripping, spading begins in mid feb depending on conditions.
Machinery includes:
- Case ih Quadtrac 500.
- John Deere 8370rt.
- 18000l simplicity airseeder and
- 18m equaliser seeder.
- Immants spader.
- Marshall Multispread.
- Case ih 4430 sp sprayer.
- Ausplow deep ripper.
Skills you need
- Driver’s license required
- Strong work ethic
- Attention to detail
- Careful machinery operator
- Capable of working in a team
What are your rewards
$30-$35/hr dependent on experience.
Self-contained accommodation is available. Fully self-contained 2 bedroom accommodation with all amenities, kitchen laundry tv etc.
Meals are not supplied during seeding.
The surrounding community
The local community provides sporting opportunities for everyone, including football, netball and hockey in winter.
Other facilities include a bakery, pub, a supermarket, hardware store, roadhouse, pharmacy etc.
In summary:
Location: Mingenew, Western Australia
Start Date: Immediate
Job: Machinery Operator
Wages: Depending on experience.
Hours: Casual seasonal work.
Accommodation: Available
Driver’s license: Required
Fluent English: Required
More Information
- Workplace Address Mingenew
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