- Lead a 3,000ha cropping program with modern equipment
- Supportive family operation with young, progressive leadership
- Pure cropping focus with minimal sheep handling involved

The Role

Our client is seeking a hands-on Senior Cropping Operator to join their team and lead operational duties across the farm. Working alongside forward-thinking owners, you will take charge of core cropping activities, including spraying, spreading, seeding, harvesting, paddock preparation, deep ripping, and drainage projects. You will take personal pride in machinery preparation and preventative maintenance to keep operations running seamlessly. During peak seasons, you will direct staff members to ensure a supportive and collaborative work environment. Sheep work is strictly minimal for this role.

The Employer:

The business is a highly regarded, family-owned agricultural enterprise driven by a young, inclusive, and progressive management team. Combining strong family values with modern farming methodologies, the property spans 3,000 hectares of dryland cropping (Canola, Barley, Wheat, Lupins) alongside 2,700 hectares dedicated to Merino/XB dual-purpose sheep and Merino ram breeding. The management team fosters an open and supportive workplace culture where fresh ideas are welcomed, teamwork is prioritised, and high operational standards are maintained.

The Offer

A competitive package is on offer for the right applicant, together with a work ute. Accommodation includes a classic, renovated 2-bedroom homestead with 1 bathroom and a study,



complete with power and water included.

Located just 15km from Darkan, the position offers access to a welcoming rural community featuring a local primary school, community pub, hardware store, and active sporting clubs. The area combines a vibrant country lifestyle with convenient access to major regional hubs such as Narrogin and Collie.

The Ideal Candidate

Our employer is seeking a self-motivated, practical, broadacre professional who enjoys working within a collaborative, family-oriented environment. Additionally, candidates should possess the following attributes:

- Robust mechanical aptitude with demonstrated experience in operating, setting up, and maintaining modern cropping machinery.
- Comprehensive experience across all broadacre cropping stages, including seeding, spraying, spreading, and harvesting.
- Proven leadership capability to guide and mentor team members during busy seasonal periods.
- A current HR, HC, or MC heavy truck license is strongly preferred.
- Excellent communication, organisational skills, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.

Register your interest

If you feel that you're the right fit for this position, please submit an up-to-date resume along with the contact details of 3 references. Preference will be given to those who supply a cover letter addressing their suitability - that is, tell us what you love about the role and how you think you're the right fit.

For further information, please call Annie on 0499 370 136 or email [email protected]

📌 Senior Cropping Operator | Darkan, WA
🏢 Drover Ag Recruitment
📍 Darkan