Dryland Farm Operator — Machinery & Planting + Housing

AusAG Rural; Roma; Hybrid; AUD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four-bedroom accommodation

Job summary

AusAG Rural invites applications for a hands-on farm hand role near Roma, Queensland, focused on dryland cropping, planting and machinery operation. The position covers multiple properties in the Roma district, with accommodation provided and remuneration negotiable based on experience and skills.

The role involves operating equipment, performing planting and spraying tasks, carrying out routine servicing and general maintenance, and assisting with cattle work as needed.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in a farm hand role within a dryland cropping operation.
• Proven ability to operate agricultural machinery confidently and safely.
• Practical mechanical aptitude including basic repairs and routine maintenance.
• Able to contribute to cattle work when required.

Responsibilities

• Operate agricultural machinery across the dryland cropping program, ensuring equipment is used safely and efficiently.
• Carry out planting, camera spraying and other cropping activities in line with seasonal requirements and the needs of the individual property.
• Undertake routine machinery servicing, general maintenance and practical mechanical repairs to keep equipment operational and minimise downtime.
• Assist with general property duties and cattle work when required, contributing to the overall operation across multiple farming properties.

Skills

Farm hand experience

Machinery operation

Mechanical aptitude

Cattle work readiness

Job description

AusAG Rural invites applications for a hands-on farm hand role near Roma, Queensland, focused on dryland cropping, planting and machinery operation. The position covers multiple properties in the Roma district, with accommodation provided and remuneration negotiable based on experience and skills.

The role involves operating equipment, performing planting and spraying tasks, carrying out routine servicing and general maintenance, and assisting with cattle work as needed.