Senior Farm Hand | Pathway to Farm Manager

AgriTrade Recruitment Pty Ltd – Denman NSW

Salary - $130,000 + Accommodation + Career Progression

Looking to take the next step in your farming career?

We're recruiting on behalf of a progressive, family-owned mixed farming operation in the Denman, Hunter Valley region. This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Senior Farm Hand who wants to progress into a Farm Manager role in the near future.

About the Role

This is a hands-on mixed farming position working across premium hay production, broadacre cropping and a commercial Angus cattle enterprise. You'll work closely with the owners while taking increasing responsibility for the day-to-day operation and long-term planning of the farm.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys taking ownership, leading by example and is looking for genuine long-term career progression.

What You'll Be Doing

Hay production, including lucerne management from paddock preparation through to harvest

Operating and managing centre pivot irrigation systems

Livestock management across a commercial Angus cattle operation

Broadacre cropping, including barley and wheat

Operating, servicing and maintaining tractors, hay equipment and general farm machinery

Pasture establishment, spraying, fertiliser application and weed control





Coordinating seasonal workloads and responding to changing weather conditions

Maintaining farm infrastructure and implementing preventative maintenance programs

We're looking for someone who can step into the role with robust practical farming knowledge, including:

Proven experience with lucerne production is essential , including understanding cutting schedules, raking, baling and the timing required to consistently produce quality hay

Experience in commercial cattle operations

Broadacre cropping experience, particularly barley and wheat

Strong machinery operation and maintenance skills

Ability to work independently while planning and prioritising workloads

HR truck licence and current driver's licence

What's on Offer

Salary up to $130,000 , depending on experience

Renovated three-bedroom home provided

Genuine pathway to Farm Manager

Opportunity to build and lead your own team

Long-term career with a well-established and progressive farming business

Supportive owners who value initiative, accountability and high standards

If you're an experienced mixed farmer with strong lucerne knowledge and you're ready to step into a leadership pathway, we'd love to hear from you.

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📌 Senior Farm Hand | Pathway to Farm Manager (Denman)
🏢 AgriTrade Recruitment
📍 Denman