Start Date: ASAP
Pay Rate: Generous Salary
Benefits: Work Vehicle + Meat
Job Description: Our client a family-owned mixed farming enterprise located in the Kalangadoo/Penola district of South Australia is seeking an experienced farm hand to join their team. The property spans 2024 ha and operates as a mixed farming operation, running 800 trade cattle, 6000-second cross ewes, and 50 ha of irrigated fodder crops.
The role entails;
- Operation of agricultural machinery for pasture, and crop production
- General farm duties including fencing, and water maintenance
- Mustering on quads and 2-wheeler motorbikes
- Processing of cattle and sheep, vaccinating and drenching
- Operation and maintenance of irrigation and pasture management
Ideally, candidates will have a minimum 2 years experience livestock experience who;
- Has a strong work ethic in addition to possessing excellent problem-solving skills;
- Is honest, well–organised, enthusiastic and motivated;
- Can work independently and as part of a team
- Mechanical minded and welding fabrication are highly desired
- Experience with farm machinery and implements
- Low-stress stock-handling skills
- Has a current, valid driver's licence
This position is ideally suited to someone who is living within the Kalangadoo/Penola district and is looking for a full–time position in a family-owned mixed farming enterprise. This position has no on-farm accommodation, the ideal candidate will receive a work vehicle to commute to and from work along with a fuel allowance.
If you’re looking for a full-time position in the agriculture industry within a progressive, expanding operation please apply now!
Please note this position is not available to Working Holiday Visa Holders.
Due to the large volume of applications we receive, we will only contact shortlisted applicants.