Experienced Farm Hand, ROMA QLD

AusAG Rural; Roma; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four-bedroom accommodation

Remuneration negotiable

Job summary

AusAG Rural is seeking a hands-on Farm Hand to support a dryland cropping operation near Roma, Queensland. You will operate machinery, help with planting, spraying and general farm tasks across several properties and seasons.

The role suits someone who can work independently, handle maintenance and occasional cattle work, with immediate start and four-bedroom accommodation offered; remuneration negotiable based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in day-to-day farm hand duties within a dryland cropping operation.
• Ability to operate agricultural machinery safely and efficiently.
• Practical mechanical skills including basic repairs and maintenance.
• Hands-on approach with willingness to assist with cattle work when required.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery across the dryland cropping program as seasonally required.
• Planting, spraying and other cropping activities to meet seasonal needs.
• Carry out routine maintenance and practical mechanical repairs to keep equipment running.
• Assist with general property duties and cattle work across multiple properties.

Skills

Farm hand experience

Machinery operation

Mechanical aptitude

Independent worker

Cattle work

Job description

Work across an expansive dryland farming operation a stone's throw from Roma.

• Cropping-focused operation: Take a hands-on role across planting, camera spraying and the day-to-day demands of dryland farming.
• Variety across the operation: Work across several properties in the Roma district, operating machinery, carrying out maintenance and assisting with cattle work when required.
• Four-bedroom accommodation: Settle into a four-bedroom home, with remuneration negotiable based on your experience.

Located approximately 40km east of Roma, this established farming operation adopts a strong focus on dryland cropping and seasonal farm work running alongside a successful beef production entity. The Roma region offers a genuine rural lifestyle, with an established agricultural community, local services and facilities, and a strong connection to Queensland's farming and cattle industries. It is a practical base for someone looking to work in agriculture and enjoy life in regional Queensland.

Reporting to the farm management team, you will play a hands‑on role in the day-to-day running of the cropping operation, with responsibility for machinery operation, planting, camera spraying, general farm maintenance and mechanical work. This position will suit an experienced farm hand who can work independently, understands dryland farming and is ready to get involved without needing to be shown the basics. An immediate start is available for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities & Duties:

• Operate agricultural machinery across the dryland cropping program, ensuring equipment is used safely and efficiently throughout seasonal operations.
• 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.

Selection Criteria:

• Demonstrated experience in a farm hand role within a dryland cropping operation, with the practical skills to step in and contribute from day one.
• Proven ability to operate agricultural machinery confidently and safely, with an understanding of the demands of seasonal cropping work.
• Practical mechanical aptitude, including the ability to carry out machinery maintenance, basic repairs and general equipment upkeep.
• A reliable, hands‑on approach to varied duties including cattle work when required.

Additional Particulars:

• Accommodation: Four-bedroom home.
• Remuneration: Negotiable based on the successful applicant's experience, practical skills and suitability for the role.
• Applications will be considered as they are received.
• Please note that our client does not offer visa sponsorship for this position and are unable to accept applications from candidates currently on a Working Holiday visa in Australia.