Seasonal Header Operator – Canola & Barley, On-Site Mechanic

Drover Ag Recruitment; Horsham; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Drover Ag Recruitment seeks a Seasonal Header/Windrow Operator for a Wimmera, Victoria harvest role. The position runs from early November through Christmas, or into January depending on the season, full-time on-site with on-call mechanic support.

You will operate a John Deere 9670STS header alongside a chaser bin outfit, performing strict pre-starts, maintenance, and immediate reporting of issues. Mature, communicative individuals open to travel are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience operating header harvest machinery including John Deere 9670STS.
• Strong communication and reliability required.
• Licence to drive in Australia (Class C) and clean record preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough pre-start checks and daily maintenance.
• Report any mechanical issues immediately; liaise with on-site mechanic.
• Operate header on canola and barley crops during harvest season.
• Be available for 7 days a week during peak harvest period.

Skills

Header operating experience

Australian Driver's Licence

Communication skills

Tools

John Deere 9670STS header

Job description

Drover Ag Recruitment seeks a Seasonal Header/Windrow Operator for a Wimmera, Victoria harvest role. The position runs from early November through Christmas, or into January depending on the season, full-time on-site with on-call mechanic support.

You will operate a John Deere 9670STS header alongside a chaser bin outfit, performing strict pre-starts, maintenance, and immediate reporting of issues. Mature, communicative individuals open to travel are encouraged to apply.