Tractor Operator (Chemcert) - Carwarp, VIC

Hands-on machinery role within a commercial citrus orchard

Chance to use and develop tractor and mulching equipment skills

Outdoor role in a practical, safety-focused horticulture environment

The Role We are seeking an experienced Tractor Operator (Chemcert) to join a citrus orchard operation in Carwarp, VIC, within the horticulture industry. This is a hands-on outdoor role operating tractors and tractor-mounted mulching equipment across uneven farm terrain. You'll work carefully between citrus rows, maintaining productivity while protecting trees, irrigation infrastructure, and surrounding orchard areas.

Key Responsibilities You'll support orchard maintenance by safely operating tractors and mulching equipment while maintaining accurate and controlled machinery movements.

Operate tractors safely across uneven orchard terrain

Operate and adjust tractor-mounted mulching equipment

Maintain steady speeds and straight passes between citrus rows

Safely control PTO, hydraulic systems, and tractor attachments

Work carefully around trees, trunks, irrigation lines, and root systems

Complete basic pre-start checks and report equipment issues

Follow farm WHS and machinery safety procedures

Assist with general orchard duties as required

Competitive $33.55 per hour + penalty rates





Short-term role for approximately 3 weeks

Consistent work with approximately 30 - 40 hours per week

Opportunity to gain further experience operating orchard machinery

Work within an established citrus production environment

Your Skills & Experience To be successful, you'll have practical tractor operating skills and a strong focus on safe machinery use.

Previous tractor operating experience

Confident operating tractors on uneven farm terrain

Experience with tractor attachments or mulching equipment highly regarded

Understanding of PTO and hydraulic systems desirable

Chemcert certificate required

Good spatial awareness when operating around trees and irrigation infrastructure

Reliable and able to follow instructions

Strong commitment to machinery and workplace safety

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