Machinery Operator | Koojan Downs Feedlot

Harvest Road Group; Shire Of Moora; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Airconditioned accommodation with ensu

Lifestyle

Community

Work-Life Balance

Competitive Remuneration

Job summary

Harvest Road Group is seeking a permanent, full-time Machinery Operator for the Koojan Downs Feedlot near Moora, WA. You will operate loaders, skid steers and related machinery, supporting pen cleaning, composting and earthmoving tasks in a remote setting on a 10:4 roster.

Ideal candidates have a current driver’s licence (HR/HC/MC preferred), a transport option, strong safety awareness and the ability to work independently within a small team.

Qualifications

• Current driver’s licence (preferably HR, HC or MC licence) and own transport.
• Experience with machinery including loader and skid steer loader with focus on safety.
• High attention to detail and good mechanical knowledge.
• Initiative, problem-solving and self-motivation to work in a small team.
• Ability to work independently and relocate to a rural environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate loaders, trucks, telehandlers, and other machinery.
• Carry out pen cleaning, composting and small earthmoving tasks.
• Work in a remote, 10:4 roster with a supportive, team-driven environment.
• Maintain safety standards and compliance on site.

Skills

Loader operation

Safety focus

Mechanical knowledge

Problem solving

Independence

HR/MC license

Transport to site

Job description

Machinery Operator | Koojan Downs Feedlot# Careers## Machinery Operator | Koojan Downs FeedlotApply: Wheatbelt Region (Job Posting): Full time: Posted 30+ Days Ago: JR101080With six generations of agricultural heritage and a commitment to sustainability through evidence-based practices, **Harvest Road Group** is proud to produce some of Australia's highest quality food products. We are passionate about delivering premium agricultural food that reflects the best our country has to offer. Today, Harvest Road encompasses the iconic **Harvey Beef** and **Leeuwin Coast** brands, supplying a range of exceptional food products to domestic and international markets. Our business is built on innovation, integrity, and a deep connection to the land, and we are committed to continuous improvement in everything we do – from paddock to plate. **Love working with machines, getting stuck in, and seeing a job well done? We want you on our team!** **We’re growing and looking for reliable, switched-on Machinery Operators who knows their way around a loader and skid steer and takes pride in doing things safely, efficiently, and properly.** **The Opportunity:**We are currently seeking permanent, full-time self-motivated, and skilled **Machinery Operators** to join our team at our state-of-the-art feeding facility near **Moora, WA**. **Koojan Downs Feedlot** is WA’s largest feeding facility and is designed to supply Harvest Road’s processing facility, Harvey Beef. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will play a key role in the daily operation of equipment; including loaders, trucks, telehandlers, light vehicles and other machinery carrying out tasks such as pen cleaning, composting and small earthmoving tasks. This position will suit someone who is self-motivated and willing to relocate to a rural environment (**this is a 10:4 roster**) and work within a tight well-supported and team driven environment. **You will have:*** Current driver’s licence (Preferably minimum HR, with HC or MC licence highly regarded) and your own transport.* Previous experience with machinery including using a loader and skid steer loader with a focus on safety.* High attention to detail.* Good mechanical knowledge.* Initiative and problem-solving skills.* Self-starter, motivated and hard-working, willing to be part of the small team.* Ability to work independently.* Candidates will be required to Pass a National Police Clearance and pre-employment medical assessment. The role will require a suitable level of fitness to carry out the duties. **What Harvest Road Offers:*** **Lifestyle:** Escape the hustle and bustle of city life, and immerse yourself in a peaceful, remote environment.* **Accommodation:** **Airconditioned accommodation with ensuite and wifi located nearby**, providing you with a comfortable and convenient living space.* **Community:** Be a part of a friendly, close-knit community, where support is always at hand.* **Work-Life Balance:** Experience a balanced lifestyle, where work and leisure coexist harmoniously.* **Competitive Remuneration:** Industry standards are our baseline. We take into account your individual experience and skills to ensure you are being rewarded fairly for what you bring to the role. **About Koojan Downs Feedlot:****Koojan Downs Feedlot** is located 25kms from Moora and 160kms north of Perth. Koojan Downs is part of the integrated beef supply chain for Harvest Road. This integrated beef supply chain ranges from north to southwest of Western Australia and is based on best-practice ecological planning and animal welfare management. Join a company that is passionate about the animal welfare and the beef industry, and who fosters a supportive workplace culture where people are valued. Please follow the ‘**Apply**’ button to submit your application to join one of Western Australia’s largest agri-food businesses. Visit: **www.harvestroad.com** to learn more about our values and other career opportunities. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to having a workforce that reflects the community in which we live and work. We encourage Indigenous Australians, people with a disability and people of all ages, culturally diverse backgrounds, gender identity and sexual orientation to apply.