Farm Hand

Tusk Group; Lethbridge; On-site; AUD 38,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

PPE provided

Job summary

Tusk Group in Australia is seeking Farm Hands for an ongoing casual role on a leading egg production site. No prior experience required; on-the-job training is provided and a long-term career in agriculture is encouraged.

Roster is five days per week with weekend work. Pay rate is 33.12 AUD per hour, with weekend penalties. Location is Lethbridge; reliable transport is a must. PPE is provided and on-site.

Qualifications

• No prior farm experience required; willingness to learn.
• Must be able to work 5 days on rotating roster including weekends.
• Physically fit and able to be on feet all day.
• Comfortable with manual tasks and basic maintenance.
• Current Forklift Licence is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Packing and preparing eggs for dispatch.
• Cleaning sheds, equipment, and work areas to maintain hygiene.
• Daily animal health and welfare checks.
• Assisting with livestock care.
• Routine maintenance inspections on farm equipment.
• Reporting mechanical issues and assisting with preventative maintenance.
• Supporting automated farm systems and equipment.
• Following health, safety, and biosecurity procedures.

Skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Mechanically minded

Hand tools

Willing to learn

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Join Our Team as a Farm Hand at a Leading Australian Egg Supplier!

Are you looking for a hands‑on role where no two days are the same? We're seeking motivated and reliable Farm Hands to join our team at one of Australia's leading egg suppliers. This is an ongoing casual opportunity offering full on‑the‑job training, making it ideal for someone who enjoys practical work, is mechanically minded, and wants to build a long‑term career in agriculture.

No previous farm experience is required—just a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn.

Position Details

• Employment Type: Casual.

• Roster: 5 days a week, with a rotating roster that includes weekend work.

• Pay Rate: $33.12 p/h, with additional weekend penalty rates applicable.

• Location: Lethbridge (must have reliable transport)

• PPE: Steel-capped boots; other PPE, such as steel-capped gumboots, will be provided and must remain on-site.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Farm Hand, you’ll play an important role in the day‑to‑day operation of the farm. Your responsibilities will include:

• Packing and preparing eggs for dispatch.

• Cleaning sheds, equipment, and work areas to maintain strict hygiene and biosecurity standards.

• Conducting daily animal health and welfare checks.

• Assisting with general livestock care.

• Carrying out routine maintenance inspections on farm equipment and machinery.

• Identifying and reporting mechanical issues and assisting with basic preventative maintenance where required.

• Supporting the smooth operation of automated farm systems and equipment.

• Following all workplace health, safety, and biosecurity procedures.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Reliable, punctual, and committed to ongoing work.

• Physically fit and comfortable being on their feet throughout the day.

• Mechanically minded, with an interest in equipment, machinery, and maintenance.

• Comfortable using hand tools and carrying out routine maintenance checks.

• Willing to learn new skills through comprehensive on‑site training.

• Safety-conscious and able to follow procedures.

• Flexible to work a rotating roster, including weekends.

• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

A current Forklift Licence is advantageous but not essential.

About the Role

This position involves working with approximately 40,000 free‑range chickens, primarily within the production sheds. You’ll be part of a supportive team responsible for maintaining high standards of animal welfare, food safety, and farm operations.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys practical, hands‑on work and takes pride in keeping equipment and facilities operating efficiently.

Important Information

• Due to the nature of this role, applicants with bird or poultry‑related allergies may find this position unsuitable.

• To comply with strict biosecurity requirements, applicants must not have entered a poultry farm, piggery, or abattoir within the previous three days.

Why Join Us?

• Ongoing, stable employment.

• Full training provided—no experience necessary.

• Diverse role combining livestock care, production, and mechanical tasks.

• Opportunity to develop valuable agricultural and maintenance skills.

• Supportive team environment with opportunities to grow.

If you’re dependable, enjoy hands‑on work, have a mechanical aptitude, and are ready to start a rewarding career in agriculture, we’d love to hear from you.