21 Aug
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APG HIRE
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Echuca
Job Description
Fertiliser Spreader Truck Operator
n Location: Echuca VIC (with regional work) Full-time (seasonal workload)
n Rate: $35 - $40 an hour
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APG Workforce are recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing agricultural contracting business specialising in broadacre fertiliser spreading across cropping, sheep and cattle farms.
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This family-run operation has been active in the agricultural sector for nearly a decade and is currently expanding its truck spreading services across the Echuca region. The business offers a practical, hands-on work environment where quality work, independence and reliability are highly valued.
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About the Role
n This is a self-managed, autonomous position suited to a reliable driver who enjoys agricultural work, regional travel and dealing directly with farmers.
n You will operate fertiliser spreading trucks and manage daily jobs using industry-based apps, ensuring accurate application and strong customer relationships.
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Key responsibilities include:
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- Operating fertiliser spreading trucks (automatic)
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- Loading fertiliser at depot locations
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- Travelling to farms and spreading fertiliser to specified rates
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- Understanding paddock layouts and GPS guidance
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- Liaising directly with farmers and depot contacts
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- Monitoring weather and site conditions
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- Basic daily maintenance and care of equipment
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- Managing your own
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Hours & Work Structure This role follows a seasonal agricultural workload:
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- February – June: Peak season,
up to 6 days per week, approx. 10 hours per day
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- June – September: Reduced workload, around 2–3 days per week
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- September – January: Minimal work depending on irrigation demand
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- Early starts, long days and weekend work may be required during peak periods, subject to weather conditions.
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What We're Looking For
n Essential:
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- HR licence (minimum requirement) with a clean driving record
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- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
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- Comfortable working outdoors in regional environments
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- Solid communication skills and customer-facing confidence
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- Reliable, mature and self-motivated attitude
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Desirable (but not essential):
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- HC licence (support available for the right candidate to obtain HC)
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- Agricultural or fertiliser spreading experience
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- Loader ticket (training can be provided)
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- Mechanical, engineering, welding or earthmoving experience
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- Familiarity with GPS or ag-based technology
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- First Aid certification
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What's On Offer
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- Full-time employment (hourly, not salaried)
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- Full training and licence support for suitable applicants
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- Opportunity to grow with an expanding operation
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- Future progression opportunities as the business scales
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📌 Fertiliser Spreading Truck Operator (Echuca)
🏢 APG HIRE
📍 Echuca