Senior Farm Hand – Wyunga

fmswa; Shire Of Moora; Ibrido; AUD 60.000 - 80.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

FMS WA is seeking a Senior Farm Hand in Moora, WA, to help run day-to-day farm operations and support the Farm Manager across cropping, livestock and machinery tasks.

The role requires independent, high-standard work, leadership of junior staff, and strict safety compliance with PPE and OHS standards. An AQF Level 3 chemical accreditation and a full driver’s licence are required, with a clear opportunity to progress toward farm management.

Competenze

• Extensive experience in broadacre cropping and livestock operations.
• Strong machinery operating skills with basic maintenance ability.
• Confident guiding and supporting junior and seasonal staff.
• Clear communicator able to work with Farm Manager and team.
• Must have a current Chemical accreditation and a valid driver's licence.

Mansioni

• Support the Farm Manager across cropping, livestock and machinery operations.
• Coordinate daily work schedules and task allocation.
• Provide guidance to junior and seasonal staff and onboard new team members.
• Operate and maintain farm machinery safely and arrange major repairs with external techs.
• Keep accurate records of daily activities and assist with reporting.

Conoscenze

Broadacre cropping

Livestock operations

Machinery operation

Team leadership

Formazione

AQF Level 3 chemical accreditation

Full driver's licence

Descrizione del lavoro

• Full-Time

Primary Service Centre

Moora, approximately 10km away

We are seeking a skilled and driven Senior Farm Hand to help run the day-to-day operations of the property. This role suits someone with solid operational farming experience who is ready to take the next step in leadership, planning and farm business management.

The role will support the Farm Manager across broadacre cropping, livestock, machinery and day-to-day work coordination. It would suit an experienced operator who can work independently, maintain high operational and safety standards, and provide guidance to junior and seasonal staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Farm Manager across broadacre cropping, livestock and machinery operations, helping coordinate day-to-day work and maintain high operational standards.
• Carry out broadacre cropping tasks including seeding, spraying, fertiliser application and harvest, along with livestock care, working independently on more complex tasks.
• Help coordinate daily work schedules and task allocation across the farm, ensuring jobs are completed on time and to a high standard.
• Provide guidance and support to junior and seasonal staff, helping onboard new team members and maintain consistent work practices.
• Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment safely, carrying out routine checks and basic maintenance, and coordinating with external technicians for bigger repairs.
• Keep accurate records of daily activities, including crop applications, livestock health, equipment usage and maintenance, and help provide reports to the Farm Manager.
• Follow OHS regulations and farm safety protocols closely, wear appropriate PPE, and help maintain a safe, high-performing work environment.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Extensive experience in broadacre cropping and livestock operations, able to work independently to a high standard.
• Strong machinery operating skills, with the ability to manage minor repairs and coordinate more complex maintenance work.
• Confident guiding and supporting junior and seasonal staff, helping maintain consistent, high-quality work practices.
• Strong problem-solving skills, able to work through issues with crops, livestock, equipment or logistics as they come up.
• Well organised, with the ability to coordinate daily tasks and manage time effectively across a busy operation.
• Clear communicator, able to work well with the Farm Manager, other staff and the broader team.
• ChemCERT or minimum AQF Level 3 chemical accreditation required.
• Full driver's licence required.
• Work vehicle provided.
• Opportunity to work with modern broadacre machinery, precision agriculture systems and structured farm management practices.
• Genuine leadership pathway for an experienced operator seeking to progress toward farm management.
• Supportive team structure, working directly with the Farm Manager and broader FMS management team.
• Located within practical distance of Moora, a major regional service centre for the North Coastal Wheatbelt.