At Koompartu Farms (Cooltong Station), a large-scale almond property in Monash, South Australia, we are offering an exciting opportunity for a safety-conscious, reliable and experienced Haul Tractor Operator to join our fantastic team as a full-time permanent employee.

About the Role

Operating a brand-new JCB Fastrac 8000 series tractor, the operator will safely tow a high-capacity nurse cart (a large, heavy storage tank) filled with spray chemicals and supply the spray chemicals directly to field spray operators during foliar season and safely tow multiple hopper trailers from field elevator locations to storage pad areas during harvest

Key Responsibilities

· Spray chemical mixing and handling

· Safely operate a heavy-duty tractor and tow the nurse cart filled with spray chemicals to multiple spray locations in the field

· Coordinate with spray operators and transfer the chemicals to spray machines in the field using high-capacity pumps and maintain a continuous supply of chemicals

· Clean the tank to prevent cross-contamination and perform pre-start and routine maintenance checks

· Haul loaded and unloaded hopper trailers across the farm during harvest

· Strictly adhere to site safety and environmental safety protocols, traffic management plans and wear appropriate PPE&C;

· Complete daily shift logs and production tracking paperwork





Skills & Qualifications Required

· Strong commitment to workplace health and safety

· Proven experience operating heavy machinery, heavy-duty tractors, or haul/articulated trucks

· Valid Australian Driver’s licence with Heavy Rigid or Heavy Combination licence

· Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot minor machine issues

· Chemical handling certification (or willingness to obtain certification)

· Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and work outdoors

· Have the physical capacity to carry out the essential duties of the role

· Ability to work independently and in a team

· Excellent interpersonal, communication and time management skills

What We Offer

· Permanent full-time work

· Above award pay rate

· Company-funded safety courses, certifications and industry-specific training

· Company-provided work clothes and footwear

· Access to internal and external wellbeing support services

· Well-maintained fleet of machinery

· Supportive and positive team culture To find out more about this chance, contact us on [0455 665 567](tel:0455 665 567).

All applicants must provide proof that they have the right to live and work in Australia.

We thank you in advance for your application. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

📌 Orchard Worker - Level 4 (Haul Tractor Operator) (City of Monash)
🏢 Koompartu Farms
📍 City of Monash