Grain, oilseed, pulse and pasture farm worker (Western Australia)

Grain, oilseed, pulse and pasture farm worker (Western Australia)

21 Aug
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Border Reivers Farming
|
Western Australia

21 Aug

Border Reivers Farming

Western Australia

Job Info

Location: YARAWINDAH, WA

Salary: Above Award

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

About the Business Border Reivers Farming Pty Ltd is a family-owned and operated agricultural enterprise based in Yarawindah, Western Australia, specialising in mixed grain and beef cattle production. About the Role The successful applicant will undertake a broad range of practical farming duties throughout the crop production cycle, from preparing paddocks and maintaining crops through to harvesting, storage and transport. Key Responsibilities

- Assist with preparing soil and paddocks for seeding, including cultivation and related activities
- Assist with seeding and harvesting operations
- Assist with fertilising crops and applying other crop inputs
- Inspect paddocks and crops regularly and report on crop condition, growth and any signs of weeds, pests, disease or other issues
- Where appropriately trained and authorised, undertake crop spraying activities to manage weeds, insects, fungal growth and crop diseases
- Operate tractors, farm machinery and other agricultural equipment used in cultivation, seeding, crop maintenance and harvesting
- Assist with storing grain
- Load harvested produce, bales and other agricultural products onto trucks, trailers or other transport equipment as required
- Maintain, clean and safely operate farm machinery, implements and equipment
- Carry out routine upkeep of farm infrastructure, including sheds, fences,



storage areas and other agricultural facilities
- Assist with identifying mechanical, equipment or infrastructure issues and report maintenance requirements to supervisors
- Maintain clean, safe and organised work areas around machinery sheds, storage facilities and other farm areas
- Follow workplace health and safety, biosecurity, chemical handling and environmental procedures at all times
- Perform other general farm duties as required throughout the seasonal farming cycle

About You We are looking for someone who is:
- Minimum 1 year experience in general farm work, cropping or a similar agricultural environment;
- Comfortable working outdoors and undertaking physically demanding tasks;
- Able to safely operate tractors, farm machinery and agricultural equipment, or willing to undertake training;
- Reliable, punctual and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a small team;
- Able to follow instructions and established farming and safety procedures;
- Practical and mechanically minded, with an ability to identify basic equipment and maintenance issues;
- Willing to work additional or wide-ranging hours during busy seasonal periods such as seeding and harvest;
- Safety-conscious, particularly when working around heavy machinery, chemicals and agricultural equipment; and
- Committed to maintaining a high standard of work and care
- Must have valid Driver’s License

Salary: $75,000 - $80,000, with house included

📌 Grain, oilseed, pulse and pasture farm worker (Western Australia)
🏢 Border Reivers Farming
📍 Western Australia

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