Farmhand

Staff 360; Casino; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-farm accommodation

House provided

Job summary

Staff 360 in Victoria is seeking a Farmhand to join a broadacre cropping and Merino sheep enterprise near Inverleigh. This full-time role includes on-farm accommodation and hands-on experience across cropping and livestock.

Under the Cropping and Livestock Overseers you will assist with cultivations, spraying, fencing, animal husbandry, yard work, and basic machine maintenance using RTK GPS-equipped equipment.

Qualifications

• Junior to Senior Farmhands or recent agricultural graduates encouraged to apply.
• Must have genuine interest in broadacre cropping and livestock production.
• Willingness to learn, take direction and work as part of a team.
• Mechanical aptitude and machinery experience an advantage.
• Current driver’s licence required.

Responsibilities

• Cropping Operations: Assisting with cultivations, spraying, spreading, pasture improvement, fodder and grain production and handling; operation and maintenance of modern farm machinery with RTK GPS.
• Livestock Operations: Assisting with animal husbandry, mustering, paddock work and yard work.
• General Farm Duties: Fencing and upkeep of farm infrastructure, basic maintenance of tractors and equipment, record keeping and OH&S compliance.

Skills

Driver's licence

Machinery operation

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

Agricultural degree

Tools

RTK GPS technology

Job description

Farmhand

Broadacre Cropping & Sheep
Cressy, Victoria
Full-time
On-farm accommodation available

Overview

An excellent opportunity is available for a Farmhand with a few years of experience, or a recent agricultural graduate to join a well-established broadacre cropping and Merino sheep enterprise located near Inverleigh, Victoria.
The business operates across over 5000 hectares, producing wheat, beans and canola, alongside a self-replacing Merino flock. This role offers hands-on experience across both cropping and livestock operations and strong potential for long-term career development within a progressive farming business.
Working under the guidance of the Cropping and Livestock Overseers, you will be involved across all aspects of the operation.

Key Responsibilities

Cropping Operations

• Assisting with all broadacre cropping activities including cultivations, spraying, spreading, pasture improvement, fodder and grain production and handling
• Operation and maintenance of modern farm machinery utilising RTK GPS technology

Livestock Operations

• Assisting with animal husbandry, mustering, paddock work and yard work

General Farm Duties

• Fencing and general upkeep of farm infrastructure including roads and water systems
• Operation and basic mechanical maintenance of tractors, front-end loaders, telehandlers, utes, ATVs and UTVs
• Workshop maintenance of farm machinery and equipment
• Truck driving (truck licence advantageous but not essential)
• Accurate record keeping and reporting
• Adhering to and promoting safe work practices and OH&S requirements

  About You

  • Junior to Senior Farmhands or recent agricultural graduate all encouraged to apply
  • Genuine interest in broadacre cropping and livestock production
  • Willingness to learn, take direction and work as part of a team
  • Mechanical aptitude and machinery experience an advantage
  • Current driver’s licence required

  What’s on Offer

  • Hands-on training across a diverse cropping and sheep enterprise
  • Strong career progression opportunities within a growing family business
  • Exposure to modern machinery and advanced ag technology
  • Comfortable 3-bedroom on-farm house provided
  • Lifestyle location close to Geelong and regional Victoria