Senior Farmhand – Cropping & LivestockInverleigh / Geelong Region, VictoriaBroadacre Cropping & Merino SheepFull-time | On-farm accommodation availableAn excellent opportunity is available for an experienced Senior Farmhand to join a well-established mixed farming enterprise located near Inverleigh, approximately 40 minutes from Geelong.
Operating across approximately 4,500 hectares, the business combines broadacre production of wheat, beans and canola with a self-replacing Merino flock.
This is a hands-on position suited to an experienced farmhand who is confident with modern cropping machinery and can also contribute across livestock operations.
Working alongside the Farm Manager and existing team, you will take responsibility across day-to-day cropping, machinery and sheep activities throughout the season.Key Responsibilities Cropping & MachineryBroadacre cropping operations including cultivation, spraying, spreading, seeding, fodder production, harvest and grain handlingOperating contemporary tractors, cropping equipment and farm machinery using RTK GPS technologyMachinery setup, calibration and adjustments to suit operating conditionsRoutine servicing, maintenance and basic mechanical repairsAssisting with implementation of cropping programs and seasonal prioritiesSheep & LivestockGeneral sheep husbandry across a self-replacing Merino enterpriseMustering, paddock work and livestock handlingYard work, feeding and seasonal livestock activitiesAssisting with animal health and production programsGeneral Farm OperationsFencing and maintenance of roads,



water systems and farm infrastructureOperation of front-end loaders, telehandlers, utes, ATVs and UTVsWorkshop and machinery maintenanceTruck driving where appropriately licensedAccurate record keeping and reportingMaintaining high standards of workplace safety and OH&SAbout; YouWe are looking for an experienced and practical farm operator who can work confidently across a mixed farming operation.Ideally you will have:Strong broadacre cropping and machinery experienceExperience operating modern tractors and implementsGPS/autosteer experience, ideally including RTK systemsSpraying and chemical application experiencePractical mechanical and machinery maintenance skillsSheep or livestock handling experienceAbility to work independently and take responsibility for day-to-day tasksGood communication and record-keeping skillsCurrent driver's licenceChemical accreditation and truck licence advantageousCandidates with particularly strong cropping experience and a willingness to work across the sheep enterprise are encouraged to apply, as are experienced livestock operators with solid machinery and cropping capability.What's on OfferLong-term position with an established mixed farming businessModern machinery and agricultural technologyVaried role across cropping, machinery and livestockOpportunity to take on greater responsibility within the operationComfortable 3-bedroom house available on farmExcellent location within easy reach of Geelong and regional VictoriaCompetitive remuneration package based on experience
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