Free accommodation provided for the duration of the assignment
Hands-on machinery role across hay making and harvest operations
Opportunity to operate tractors, balers, chaser bins and GPS-guided equipment
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Machinery Operator to join a busy broadacre agriculture operation in Callawadda, VIC.
Working across hay production and grain harvest activities, you will operate tractors, hay balers, chaser bins and related machinery in an active outdoor farming environment.
This is a hands-on seasonal role suited to someone with strong machinery skills, GPS experience and a solid understanding of hay making and harvest operations.
You will work across varying field and weather conditions while maintaining a safe, efficient and consistent work pace.
Key Responsibilities
You will support hay and grain operations by safely operating machinery, monitoring equipment performance and helping maintain efficient field operations.
The role requires practical machinery knowledge, strong awareness of safety and the ability to respond to changing field conditions.
Operate hay balers and related equipment safely and efficiently
Assist with cutting, raking and baling hay as required
Monitor the baling process for consistency and address blockages or minor operational issues
Ensure bales are tied, wrapped or positioned correctly for transport or storage
Operate tractors and chaser bins across harvest operations
Use GPS systems to support accurate and productive machinery operation
Align and unload chaser bins with headers or combines as required
Monitor grain flow rates, bin capacity and operating limits
Operate grain auger systems, hydraulics and PTO-driven equipment safely
Complete routine pre-start checks and basic machinery maintenance




Identify and report mechanical faults or equipment issues
Maintain a consistent work pace to meet daily and seasonal targets
Follow all workplace health and safety procedures
Assist with other general harvest and farm duties as required
Competitive pay rate of $***** per hour
Approximately 2 months of seasonal work
Approximately 50 hours per week
Free accommodation provided throughout the assignment
Opportunity to work across both hay making and grain harvest operations
Operate a variety of modern agricultural machinery and GPS-guided equipment
Your Skills & Experience
Previous tractor operating experience is essential
Experience operating hay balers and completing hay making activities
Experience operating chaser bins is highly regarded
Understanding of grain augers, hydraulics and PTO operation
Ability to safely align and unload alongside headers or combines
Good understanding of grain flow, machinery capacity and safe operating limits
Comfortable working outdoors in varying field and weather conditions
Strong mechanical awareness and ability to identify equipment issues
Reliable, safety-focused and able to work effectively as part of a harvest team
Willingness to work flexible or extended hours during busy seasonal periods
Choose Agri Labour Australia
Agri Labour Australia is an award-winning Australian company with clients in every State and Territory.
Proudly representing major agribusinesses, large primary producers, rural operators, and local farmers - we are more than a recruitment agency.
Founded on our firsthand knowledge of the land and dedicated to the ongoing success of our clients' businesses and our candidates' careers, you can rely on us for expertise, advice, and support.
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📌 Machinery Operator - Callawadda, Vic (Ararat)
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