Mixed Farm Hand – Roma

The AgWay Recruitment; Roma; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term opportunity

Flexible role tailored to experience

Job summary

The AgWay Recruitment is seeking a capable farm hand for a family-owned operation near Roma, QLD. The role offers hands-on duties across cattle, cropping, and machinery, with a focus on reliability and a positive can-do attitude.

The successful candidate will join a small team and contribute to a variety of tasks on farm. Duties include livestock management, machinery operation, basic maintenance, fencing, and general farm duties.

Qualifications

• Practical experience in cattle and/or cropping operations.
• Ability to operate agricultural machinery.
• Welding skills considered highly.
• Positive, proactive attitude with teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Cattle handling, feeding, mustering, inductions and trucking.
• Assisting with daily feedlot operations and backgrounding cattle.
• Pen walking and general livestock management.
• Assisting with dryland and irrigated cropping operations.
• General machinery servicing and maintenance.

Skills

Cattle handling

Machinery operation

Welding skills

Positive attitude

Teamwork

Tools

John Deere machinery

Job description

Are you a capable, hands-on farm hand looking for a varied role with a family-owned farming operation near Roma, QLD?

We’re looking for a genuine, reliable and motivated person with a positive attitude, practical skills and a willingness to get involved.

This well-established operation runs both cattle and cropping enterprises, offering plenty of variety and the opportunity to work with modern John Deere machinery.

Whether your experience is in cattle, cropping or both, we’d love to hear from you! The role can be tailored to suit the right applicant’s skills, strengths and interests.

About the Role

This is a varied, hands-on position involving livestock, cropping, machinery operation and general property maintenance.

Duties may include:

• Cattle handling, feeding, mustering, inductions and trucking
• Working with backgrounding cattle and assisting with daily feedlot operations
• Pen walking and general livestock management (no horses used)
• Assisting with dryland and irrigated cropping operations
• General machinery servicing and maintenance
• Welding, fencing, cattle yard construction and infrastructure improvements
• General farm duties as required

About You

We’re looking for a genuine, down-to-earth all-rounder who takes pride in their work, shows initiative and enjoys being part of a team.

Ideally, you’ll bring:

• Practical experience in cattle and/or cropping operations
• Confidence operating agricultural machinery
• Mechanical aptitude and welding skills (highly regarded)
• A positive, can-do attitude and strong work ethic
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well with others
• The ability to work independently and use initiative
• A willingness to learn and turn your hand to different jobs
• Respect for machinery, equipment and your surroundings

You don’t need to know everything. A good attitude, practical ability and willingness to get involved are what matter most.

What’s on Offer?

• Long-term opportunity with a family-owned and operated business
• A flexible role tailored to suit your experience and interests
• Variety across cattle, cropping and general farm operations
• Attractive hourly rate, negotiable depending on experience
• Supportive team environment
• Located close to Roma, with access to schools, healthcare and local facilities

Interested?

If you’re hardworking, reliable, enjoy agriculture, and are looking for a long-term opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.