Farmhand

Staff 360; Central Coast; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-farm accommodation

Job summary

Broadacre Cropping & Sheep near Inverleigh, Victoria, is seeking a Farmhand to support both cropping and Merino sheep operations. The role offers hands-on experience across farm activities and a clear path for career development within a progressive farming enterprise.

You’ll work under experienced Overseers, with on-farm accommodation available and modern machinery at your disposal. All levels from junior to senior workers are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in broadacre cropping and livestock production.
• Willingness to learn and work as part of a team.
• Current driver’s license.
• Mechanical aptitude and machinery experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist with broadacre cropping activities: cultivations, spraying, spreading, pasture improvement, fodder and grain production and handling.
• Operate and maintain modern farm machinery using RTK GPS technology.
• Assist with animal husbandry, mustering, paddock and yard work.
• Fencing and general upkeep of farm infrastructure and water systems.
• Accurate record keeping and reporting; adhere to OH&S requirements.

Skills

Driver's license

Mechanical aptitude

Team player

Experience with farm machinery

Livestock handling

Education

Agricultural qualification

Tools

RTK GPS machinery

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