Permanent Farmhand – Assistant Manager, Dowerin WA (REF 1131376)

Job Description

Join a progressive, owner‑operated mixed cropping business in a true senior farmhand/assistant role. You’ll take charge of day‑to‑day operations—run modern machinery, set priorities, and keep things moving when the owners are off‑farm. If you value autonomy, clear communication, solid gear and a supportive, no‑ego culture, this is a role where capable operators are trusted, rewarded and given room to grow.

Good things to know:

• House located in Dowerin and only a short drive to the farm;
• Dowerin has schools, day-care and strong sport/community scene;
• Owners invest in upgrades;
• No sponsorship available. 

About the role:

• Run seeding/harvest machinery and daily servicing;
• Operate boom spray;
• Own day‑to‑day logistics and coordination;
• Support/guide seasonal staff during peak periods;
• Keep owners informed; execute to plan (agronomy/programming set by owners);
• Basic mechanical troubleshooting; 
• Occasional truck driving at seeding and harvest (HR/HC)

About you:

• Broadacre experience (seeding & harvest) with strong machine skills;
• Boom spraying competence (or clear pathway to autonomy);
• Practical mechanical aptitude; safety‑first mindset;
• Communicative, low‑ego, reliable; works well solo and with owners;
• Licences: C essential (HR/HC/MC highly regarded).

What’s on offer:

• Attractive hourly rate + super, and incentives;
• Six weeks paid leave each year;
• 3×1 house in town ;
• Work vehicle provided;
• Genuine autonomy and a respectful, supportive team culture.