Farmhand (Beef and Potato Farming)

Southern Forests Employment Hub; Pemberton; Sur place; AUD 55 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Accommodation

Résumé du poste

Southern Forests Employment Hub in the South West of WA currently has two full-time Farmhand positions at a beef and potato farm in Pemberton. The role involves assisting with potato and beef operations and working with the Production Manager to optimise outputs.

The package includes accommodation for the right candidate, with the ability to work variable and seasonal hours. Candidates should have farming experience and relevant certifications, and must be an Australian PR or citizen.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of farming experience.
• Certifications in chemical application and safety.
• HR truck licence preferred.
• Australian PR or citizen only.
• Able to work variable and seasonal hours.
• Physically fit for active farming tasks.

Responsabilités

• Assist with potato growing lifecycle from planting to harvest.
• Operate, repair and maintain farm machinery and equipment.
• Assist with livestock management including health and welfare.
• Work autonomously or in a team environment.

Connaissances

Farming experience

Autonomy

Teamwork

HR truck licence

Forklift operation

Description du poste

Farmhand (Beef and Potato Farmer)

2 x Full time positions exist in the South West of WA at a Beef and Potato Farm in Pemberton for an experienced Farm Hand.

The Primary role is to assist with and work on the farm’s potato and beef operations in Pemberton and collaborate with the Production Manager to optimise farm outputs.

Job Description

• Assist with potato growing lifecycle from planting to harvest.
• Operate, repair and maintain farm machinery and equipment.
• Assist with all aspects of livestock management which include monitoring stock, reporting on animal health and welfare, stock maintenance including vaccination, feeding, breeding/calving and preparation of stock for sale in accordance with regulatory and operational requirements.
• Able to work autonomously or in a team environment.

Skills Required

• 1 or more years of experience in a farming role.
• Ideal to have certifications in chemical application, safety and forklift operation.
• Preferably possesses a HR truck licence.
• Only open to Australian PR or Citizens – overseas and temporary visa holders need not apply.
• Must work variable and seasonal hours in line with normal farming operation requirements. Must be physically fit and able to perform all tasks and duties with an active farming role.
• This Job is a full-time position.
• Accommodation available to the right candidate.
• For immediate Start.

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• Do you have a current Australian driver’s licence?
• Do you own or have regular access to a car?
• How many years’ experience do you have as a Farmhand?
• Are you available to work outside your usual hours when required? (e.g. weekends, evenings, public holidays)
• Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of OH&S/WHS?
• Are you willing to relocate for this role?