Looking for more than just another farm job? This is an opportunity to operate quality machinery, lead from the front and build a long-term future with a local family farming operation.
- Operate modern John Deere machinery across a large-scale horticultural operation.
- Diverse role combining machinery operation, harvest activities, ground preparation and team support.
- Long-term, year-round opportunity with potential progression to full-time employment and future leadership responsibilities.
Centrally positioned between Bundaberg and Gin Gin, this family-owned horticultural enterprise has built a strong reputation for producing quality peanuts, pumpkins and pineapples. The business operates a modern fleet of equipment and values hardworking team members who take pride in their work and contribute to a positive workplace culture. The region remains one of Australia's most productive horticultural areas, offering a relaxed lifestyle, strong local communities, excellent schooling options and a diverse agricultural industry that provides long-term employment opportunities. For locals seeking reliable work close to home, this role offers the chance to build a rewarding career within a respected family farming business.
Reporting directly to the Owner, this position would suit a farm hand looking to take on greater responsibility over time. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to assist with supervising seasonal labour during peak periods and develop toward a future Second-in-Charge (2IC) role. An immediate start is available for the right person.
Key Responsibilities & Duties
- Operate modern John Deere tractors and machinery, including GPS-equipped equipment, across horticultural cropping operations.
- Complete harvesting activities, produce haulage and general farm operations for peanut, pumpkin and pineapple crops.
- Undertake ground preparation, spraying and other seasonal cropping activities.
- Support supervision and coordination of seasonal staff during peak production periods.
Selection Criteria
- Previous experience operating agricultural machinery within cropping, horticulture or broadacre farming operations.
- Strong work ethic with the initiative and leadership potential to progress toward a future 2IC position.
- Ability to work effectively within a team environment and provide guidance to less experienced staff when required.
- Current Forklift Licence, HC Licence and/or Chemical Accreditation highly regarded but not essential.
Additional Particulars
- Casual commencement with the opportunity to transition to permanent full-time employment for the right candidate.
- Year-round position offering long-term stability.
- No accommodation provided; applicants must reside within reasonable commuting distance of Bundaberg or Gin Gin region.
- Remuneration negotiable and will reflect skills, experience and licences held.
- Immediate start available.
- Applications will be considered as they are received.
- Please note that our client does not offer visa sponsorship for this position and are unable to accept applications from candidates currently on a Working Holiday visa in Australia.