Rural Enterprises
General Farm Hand, Katanning WA (REF 1669298)
Job Description
Please note: This position is not available to Working Holiday Visa holders .
Job Description:
Our client operates a mixed farming business near Katanning, running around 3,000ha of cropping along with a sheep enterprise.
They are looking for an additional full-time employee to join the team.
This is an all-round farm role where you’ll get involved in just about everything. Duties include spraying, seeding, harvest, truck driving, chaser bin work, hay operations, fencing, livestock work and general farm duties.
An experienced operator would be welcomed, however they’re equally happy to train up someone younger who has the right attitude and wants a long-term career in agriculture.
Good Things To Know:
- Home farm located close to regional towns such as Katanning;
- Excellent phone and internet coverage;
- Family-friendly workplace;
- Long history of retaining good staff;
- Ongoing training and professional development encouraged.
About The Role:
- Cropping focused: spraying, seeding and harvest operations;
- Truck driving;
- Hay making: mowing, raking and stacking;
- Fencing and maintenance;
- General farm duties;
- Some sheep work.
About You:
- Good attitude and willingness to learn;
- Broadacre farming experience advantageous;
- Able to work independently and as part of a team;
- Looking for a long-term opportunity;
- Happy to get involved across all areas of the business.
What’s On Offer:
- Competitive salary of 80K-100K dependent on experience;
- Overtime during busy periods;
- Accommodation options available suitable for singles, couples and families;
- Electricity and gas included;
- Work vehicle provided;
- Fuel included;
- Ongoing training and professional development;
- Opportunity to learn all aspects of a mixed farming operation.
