Senior Farm Hand, Hyden WA (REF: 375098)

A Senior Farm Hand position has become available 40km north of Hyden, WA in the small community of Woolocutty. This job will be a permanent role with roughly 50hrs a week and covers all aspects of seeding & harvest, tractor operation,  spraying and truck driving on a mixed cropping enterprise. Working with a small team of 2 (plus seasonal casuals), you will have 5+ years cropping experience, hold a current MC and be a non-smoker. Multiple modern accommodation facilities are on offer along with a vehicle and a generous salary package for the right candidate. This job is suitable for singles and families and is only 40km away from shops, amenities and a primary school.
 
Good things to know:

·         Family-owned mixed cropping enterprise (Canola, Barley, Wheat & Sheep)
·         Well maintained machinery
·         290kms South-East of Perth
·         Close to a vibrant small community with good amenities & local school
·         Team of 2, plus seasonal casuals

About the Role:

·         All-encompassing in relation to cropping, spraying, seeding, harvest and all associated tasks
·         Machine and Tractor Operations and truck driving
·         Leadership responsibilities and staff supervision of a small team
·         Truck driving at harvest
·         Mechanical repairs and servicing
·        General farm duties as required
·         Family owned & operated

About You:

·         Passion for farming especially in cropping.
·         5+ years experience in cropping (Seeding, spraying, harvesting)
·         Operating experience
·         Non-Smoker
·         Ability to work well within a small, close-knit team
·         ChemCert licence or willing to obtain
·         MC truck license desirable

What's on offer:

·         Salary: $100k negotiable depending on experience
·         Accommodation: Multiple modern facilities to choose from (would suit family or single), electricity included
·        School bus daily runs for local hyden primary school
·         Work vehicle supplied including running costs
·        50hrs per work
·         Sponsorship will be considered for the right applicant?

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