Cropping & Machinery Operator/Overseer

Hinz Grazing; Miles; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

New on-farm home

Flexible hours

Training opportunities

Job summary

Hinz Grazing, a family‑owned cropping, cattle and feedlot business, is seeking an experienced Cropping Operator to lead broadacre cropping while remaining hands‑on with machinery. The role is based between Miles and Condamine on Queensland’s Western Downs.

The position includes a new two‑bedroom on‑farm home and flexible, self‑managed hours as the business grows with you. Candidates should bring broadacre cropping experience and strong mechanical aptitude.

Qualifications

• Broadacre cropping experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and practical problem‑solving skills.
• Willingness to grow with the business.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver broadacre cropping programs from paddock preparation through planting and harvest.
• Operate, service, repair and maintain farm plant and machinery.
• Coordinate cropping contractors and maintain records.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a small team.
• Assist Head of Livestock with cattle, yard and feedlot tasks when needed.

Skills

Broadacre cropping

Mechanical aptitude

Strong work ethic

Independent work

Job description

We’re looking for an experienced Cropping Operator ready to step into greater responsibility and grow with a progressive family business.

The role is hands‑on, combining broadacre cropping, machinery operation and mechanical work, with exposure to the wider cattle and feedlot enterprise.

Hinz Grazing is a family‑owned, growth‑focused cropping, cattle and feedlot business located between Miles and Condamine on Queensland’s Western Downs.

We operate approximately 2,500 acres of cropping, 6,000 acres of grazing/backgrounding country and an accredited feedlot, producing award‑winning cattle.

Our cropping and cattle enterprises work together.

You’ll grow the crop, keep the machinery running and help turn paddock production into quality feed.

We’re focused on soil health, sustainability, long‑term productivity and continually improving the way we farm.

Location & Lifestyle

Based between Miles and Condamine, the role includes a new two‑bedroom home and plenty of space to enjoy rural living. The Western Downs has strong sporting and community networks, local pubs and events, schools and established towns nearby. Somewhere you can settle in, get involved and become part of the community.

The Role

You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of our broadacre cropping program while remaining hands‑on with machinery and day‑to‑day farm operations.

As your skills and experience develop, we want you to build towards greater involvement in business planning and decision-making.

You will

Plan and deliver broadacre cropping programs from paddock preparation and planting, through to harvest.

Operate, service, repair and maintain farm plant and machinery.

Coordinate cropping contractors.

Maintain cropping and machinery records.

Work effectively both independently and as part of our small team.

Support our Head of Livestock, as needed with cattle, yard and feedlot work.

What You’ll Bring

Broadacre cropping experience.

Strong mechanical aptitude and practical problem‑solving skills.

A positive attitude and strong work ethic.

The ability to work independently and take ownership of your area.

Most importantly, a willingness to grow and learn with the business.

Advantageous

Truck licence, or willingness to obtain one.

What’s On Offer

Competitive remuneration based on experience + super.

New two‑bedroom on‑farm home.

Flexible, self‑managed farming hours.

Occasional rostered half‑day weekend feeding.

Training, mentoring and external development opportunities.

Scope to grow your skills, responsibilities and involvement as the business develops.

Relocating with someone?

Casual hourly relief farm and feeding work may also be available for a partner or friend, particularly during staff leave or absences, subject to suitability and business needs.

We’re a small team where people are trusted to take responsibility for their area and contribute ideas.

We value integrity, initiative, resilience, high standards and clear communication, and strongly believe in developing people and their skills.

Two referees will be required later in the process.

Applicants must have suitable Australian work rights.
This position is not suitable for Working Holiday Visa applicants.