Kestle Harvesters Pty Ltd – Warragul VIC

We are Hiring!

We are seeking a Full time Mobile Plant Operator with robust capability in maize and silage harvesting, specifically operating CLAAS Forage Harvesters and associated machinery.

This Role supports our harvest seasons and ongoing horticultural operations.

Located in Regional Victoria - Business based in Warragul, Victoria with travel from southern to northern victoria.

Key Responsibilites -
CLAAS Forage Harvester Operation, skillfully operate CLAAS Jaguar or similar forage harvesters for Maize and Silage production ensuring clean chop quality and optimal throughput.
Harvest Management, Conduct full cycle harvest operations, including cutting, chopping, processing and coordinating carting staff members.
Machine Set Up and calibration, Configure feed rollers.

Maize Processor, shear bars, knives and chop length settings to match crop conditions.
Field Preparation and Crop Assessment,



Assess crop maturity, moisture levels, and paddock coniditons to determine opitmal harvest timing.
Maintenance and Repairs, perform servicing and maintenance as required.

This role will also require Record keeping for office purposes, Team coordination and Safety and compliance.

Skills & Experience -
Proven Experience operating CLAAS Forage Harvesters or similar high capacity machines.
Robust Understanding of Maize and Pasture Silage Systems.

Salary of $75,000 - $80,000 + Superannuation

Applications Required by 10.07.2026

Pay: $75,000 - $80,000 per year

Work Location: In person

Require at least a Certificate III or higher and a minimum of one year of relevant experience

Required Skill Profession

Plant And System Operators

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