Tractor Operator

Hussey & Co; Shire of Wellington; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Hussey & Co, established in 1975, are renowned for producing Australia's finest gourmet baby leaf salad mixes. We operate a fleet of new 8 series John Deere tractors and we are looking for an experienced Tractor Operator to join our team.

You will work hands-on with field operations, including bed forming, ripping and disking, with a focus on safety and efficiency. You will need to be energetic, able to work independently, and willing to adapt to flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Experience operating tractors in agricultural settings.
• Ability to follow OH&S policies and machinery maintenance.
• Willingness to work in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Bed forming
• Ripping
• Disking
• Hands on, energetic and pro-active
• Ability to work independently
• Willing to work flexible hours
• Basic computer skills/Tech savvy
• Adhering to company OH&S policies and procedures, as well as maintaining machinery.

Skills

High energy & resilience

Independent work

Ability to think on your feet

Willing to work flexible hours

Basic computer skills

Team player

Tools

Greenstar experience

Job description

Hussey & Co, established in 1975, are renowned for producing Australia's finest gourmet baby leaf salad mixes.

We operate a fleet of new 8 series John Deere tractors and we are looking for an experienced Tractor Operator to join our team. We are looking for someone who has high energy levels, personal resilience and the ability to think on their feet.

Pay Rate: Depends on experience - Hussey & Co pay above the Agricultural Award

Key Responsibilities

• Bed forming
• Ripping
• Disking
• Hands on, energetic and pro-active
• Ability to work independently
• Willing to work flexible hours
• Basic computer skills/Tech savvy
• Adhering to company OH&S, policies and procedures, as well as maintaining machinery.

Additional advantageous skills and experience

• Experience in tractor operation
• Greenstar experience
• Mechanically minded
• A strong work ethic
• The ability to work on your own or as part of a team
• A hands-on approach to problem solving
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Willingness to work in all weather conditions.
• Shift work will be required depending on the season

As a company, we recognise our people are our greatest asset; we value attitude as well as talent and provide opportunities to those who demonstrate the ability and drive to succeed in their role.