Machinery Operators/ Irrigation Role Mixed Crop Farm NSW

Staff 360; Gatton; On-site; AUD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great wages and accommodation

Seasonal roles 3–6 months

Accommodation provided

Job summary

Staff 360 is seeking two Machinery Operators for a mixed crop farm west of Moree, NSW. Roles involve operating tractors and modern cropping gear, including GPS-guided systems, irrigation during cotton season, and general farm duties across cotton and cereal crops.

We welcome applicants with solid farming experience, a willingness to learn, and the ability to work longer hours during peak periods. Accommodation and great wages are provided for 3–6 month seasonal roles with immediate start.

Qualifications

• 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 cropping machinery.
• Assist with cultivation, ripping and paddock preparation.
• Cotton planting and general cropping operations.
• Support irrigation during the cotton season.
• Assist with wheat harvest ground crew.
• Machinery servicing and general farm duties.

Skills

Tractor operation

Cropping machinery operation

GPS guidance systems

Mechanical maintenance

Independent work

Irrigation work

Tools

GPS guidance systems

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 operations
• Hands-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