Machinery Operators/ Irrigation Role Mixed Crop Farm NSW

Staff 360; Caboolture; On-site; AUD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Immediate start

Seasonal 3–6 months

Job summary

Staff 360 is seeking Machinery Operators for a mixed crop farm in NSW, with roles spanning tractor operation, cultivation, ripping, cotton planting and irrigation. The positions require experience with GPS-guided machinery, mechanical aptitude, and a willingness to handle varied farm duties across the season.

Ideal candidates will have a solid farming background, be able to work independently, and adapt to longer hours during peak periods.

Qualifications

• Good practical experience operating tractors and cropping machinery.
• Familiarity with GPS and guidance systems.
• Mechanical awareness and basic servicing skills.
• Ability to work independently and follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractors and GPS-guided cropping machinery.
• Carry out cultivation, ripping and paddock preparation.
• Assist with cotton planting and general cropping operations.
• Provide hands-on irrigation during cotton season.
• Support wheat harvest ground crew and maintenance tasks.
• Perform machinery servicing and preventative maintenance.

Skills

Tractor operation

GPS guidance systems

Mechanical awareness

Independent worker

Irrigation assistance

Tools

CASE machinery

Job description

Machinery Operators/ Irrigation Role Mixed Crop Farm NSW

Farm Machinery Operators – Summer Cropping | 2 Positions

West of Moree, NSW | Immediate Start

Two positions are available with a large-scale family farming operation west of Moree, NSW, working across cotton and cereal cropping.

The roles focus on tractor and cropping machinery operation, including cultivation, ripping and cotton planting, alongside irrigation and general farm duties as the season progresses. We are looking for capable operators who enjoy varied work and are happy to lend a hand on the ground.

The work includes:

• Operating tractors and modern GPS-guided cropping machinery
• Cultivation, ripping and paddock preparation
• Cotton planting and general cropping operationsHands-on irrigation during the cotton season
• Wheat harvest ground crew support
• Machinery servicing, preventative maintenance and general farm duties

We are looking for:

• Good practical experience operating tractors and cropping machinery
• Familiarity with GPS and guidance systems
• Mechanical awareness and basic servicing skills
• Ability to work independently and follow directions
• Willingness to assist with irrigation and some physical farm work
• Flexibility to work longer hours during busy periods

Strong machinery experience is the priority. Cotton and irrigation experience would be useful, but operators with a solid farming background and a willingness to learn are encouraged to apply. A chemical certificate and forklift licence would be advantageous.

Individuals, two mates or couples with suitable experience are welcome to apply.

Additional information

• Operate modern CASE machinery
• Great wages and accommodation
• 3-6 month seasonal roles available immediately