Farm Hand Machinery Operator

AB Contract Farming; Moree; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Above Award hourly rates

Role could become permanent

Job summary

AB Contract Farming in Moree, NSW seeks machinery operators to join in 2026. You will drive tractors, perform routine machinery maintenance, and support irrigation and dry-land farming across the Moree, Rowena, Mungindi and Walgett regions.

Applicants must have a current driver's license, at least two years of tractor operating experience, GPS experience, and the ability to perform minor repairs. Accommodation is provided; the role may become permanent for the right person.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of tractor operating experience.
• Current driver's license is required.
• Experience using GPS is required.
• Ability to perform minor machinery repairs and troubleshooting independently.
• Ability to work unsupervised and take pride in workmanship.
• Must be honest and trustworthy.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractors and perform routine farming tasks across dry-land and irrigation country.
• Carry out minor machinery maintenance and repairs.
• Adhere to safety practices and operate equipment in a careful, efficient manner.

Skills

Tractor operation

GPS experience

Troubleshooting repairs

Driver's license

Independent work

2+ years experience

Work ethic & integrity

Tools

GPS systems

Job description

ABCF prides itself on providing high calibre broad acre farming services to our clients in the Moree, Rowena, Mungindi & Walgett Regions of NSW using the latest technology & modern equipment inclusive of John Deere 8RX & 8R tractors, winter and summer crop planters, K-line speed tillers & spreaders in addition to other plant & equipment to compliment our business operations.

Based in Moree & Rowena NSW

AB Contract Farming is looking for machinery operators to start in the new year 2026. Work will include tractor driving, machinery repairs & maintenance in both dry-land and Irrigation country. Applicants should take pride in their work, apply a high level of attention to detail and respect for plant and equipment.

Requirements:

• Must have current Drivers license
• Able to work on your own/unsupervised
• Have previous tractor operating experience
• Experience using GPS
• Ability to fix and repair problems on your own
• Minimum 2 years of tractor operating experience required
• Experience with precision farming GPS systems required
• Ability to perform minor machinery repairs and troubleshooting independently
• Posses a good work ethic and a can do attitude
• Be of an honest and trustworthy nature.

Remuneration:

• Accommodation provided
• Above Award hourly rates
• Role could become a permanent position for the right person.