Seasonal Machinery Operator – Hay/Grain, GPS, Free Housing

AgriLabour; Ararat; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free accommodation

Hands-on machinery role

GPS-guided equipment

Job summary

Agri Labour Australia is seeking an experienced Machinery Operator for a busy broadacre operation in Callawadda, VIC. You will operate tractors, hay balers, chaser bins and GPS-guided equipment across hay production and grain harvest.

This hands-on seasonal role requires strong machinery skills, GPS experience, and a solid understanding of hay making and harvest operations. Outdoor work in varying field conditions with safety as a priority.

Qualifications

• Previous tractor operating experience.
• Experience operating hay balers.
• Experience operating chaser bins.
• Understanding of grain augers, hydraulics and PTO.
• Ability to safely operate outdoors in varying conditions.
• Willingness to work extended hours during peak season.

Responsibilities

• Operate hay balers and related equipment safely and efficiently.
• Assist with cutting, raking and baling hay as required.
• Monitor the baling process for consistency and address blockages.
• Ensure bales are tied, wrapped or positioned correctly for transport.
• Operate tractors and chaser bins across harvest operations.
• Use GPS systems to support accurate machinery operation.
• Align and unload chaser bins with headers or combines as required.
• Monitor grain flow rates, bin capacity and operating limits.
• Operate grain auger systems, hydraulics and PTO safely.
• Complete routine pre-start checks and basic machinery maintenance.
• Identify and report mechanical faults or equipment issues.
• Maintain a consistent work pace to meet daily/seasonal targets.
• Follow all workplace health and safety procedures.
• Assist with other general harvest and farm duties as required.

Skills

Tractor operation

Hay baler operation

Chaser bin operation

GPS experience

Grain harvest operations

Safety awareness

Equipment maintenance

Harvest team coordination

Flexible hours

Seasonal work

Tools

GPS systems

Grain augers

Hydraulics

PTO operation

Job description

Agri Labour Australia is seeking an experienced Machinery Operator for a busy broadacre operation in Callawadda, VIC. You will operate tractors, hay balers, chaser bins and GPS-guided equipment across hay production and grain harvest.

This hands-on seasonal role requires strong machinery skills, GPS experience, and a solid understanding of hay making and harvest operations. Outdoor work in varying field conditions with safety as a priority.