- LocationSundown Valley, NSW, 2350,Australia
- Employee TypeFull Time

Description

We are seeking a Machinery Operator to join our operations at Sundown Valley NSW. This role offers a great opportunity to join an exciting, industry leading Agribusiness

About the Property

Located in the stunning New England region of NSW, Sundown Valley Station boasts a picturesque setting with proximity to the charming towns of Armidale and Tamworth. This station plays a pivotal role in our Wagyu business, focusing on the production of premium, high-quality cattle. Encompassing an expansive 22,000 hectares, Sundown Valley successfully manages a herd of over 12,000 head, with an impressive annual turnover of 15,000 to 20,000 cattle. We operate intensive rotational grazing on agronomically managed pastures, with a high priority on performance, long-term sustainability, and producing high-quality cattle and pastures.

About the Role

As a Machinery Operator at Sundown Valley, you will be required to undertake a variety of tasks – one day you might be clearing out damns, the next grading a fire break. Reporting to the Station Manager, your duties will include, but aren’t limited to;

- Operation and basic maintenance of a wide variety of station plant and machinery including graders, dozers, loaders, telehandlers and tractors.
- General earthmoving, such as clearing out dams
- Clearing internal and boundary fence lines
- Working safely and efficiently
- Be prepared to assist on the station if required

About You

- Competent operation and maintenance of various station machinery/equipment.
- General station and machinery maintenance experience.
- Relevant earthmoving experience, including operating a grader (tickets preferred).




- Demonstrated ability to follow instructions, including comprehending complex directions to various parts of the property
- Strong ability to problem solve
- Keep machinery in a tidy and orderly manner
- A strong work ethic and commitment to working safely
- Hold a current Class C driver’s licence
- MC licence would be an advantage
- A genuine passion for Agriculture

What We Offer

- Competitive remuneration
- The opportunity to live and work in the New England Region
- Comfortable on-site accommodation
- A collaborative team setting that values respect, support, and community

About Hancock Agriculture

Hancock Agriculture is a renowned agricultural company encompassing Hancock Pastoral, Wagyu Operations, and S. Kidman & Co. Pty Ltd. We manage over 20 properties across Australia, covering 3.49 million hectares. As one of Australia’s largest producers of Wagyu and commercial cattle, we maintain a herd of over 150,000.

We oversee every step of the process — from breeding to feeding and sales — ensuring the highest standards of animal husbandry, traceability, and quality assurance. At Hancock Agriculture, we are proud to offer our team members the chance to be part of an organisation that upholds these exceptional standards.

We strongly encourage Australian Defence Force veterans to apply.

Additional Information

Please note: You must have the right to live and work in Australia. This is a permanent position and not available to Working Holiday Visa holders (backpackers), nor do we offer sponsorship for overseas applicants.

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