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An established mixed farming operation in Queensland's Western Downs region is looking for an Experienced Farm Hand to join the business long-term.
 
This is a substantial operation offering plenty of variety throughout the seasons. The successful applicant will be involved in broadacre cropping, machinery operation, a beef cattle trading program and general day-to-day duties across the property.
 
The position could suit either an Experienced Farm Hand with a family looking for stability or a single applicant looking for a genuine long-term opportunity.
 
The Role
Duties will include:

• Operating a range of broadacre farming machinery
• Assisting with planting, spraying and harvest
• Working within the beef cattle trading program
• Cattle mustering and stock handling
• General machinery servicing and maintenance
• Property repairs and upkeep
• Working independently and as part of the team

About You
We are looking for someone who:

• Has previous broadacre farming or machinery experience
• Has cattle handling and mustering experience
• Is capable, reliable and willing to get in and have a go
• Takes pride in their work and looks after machinery and property
• Can work independently once familiar with the operation
• Has good practical and problem-solving skills
• Holds a current driver's licence
• Can provide relevant work-related references

A mechanical, fabrication or other trade background would be highly regarded, although it is not essential.
 
Accommodation
Quality accommodation is available depending on the successful applicant's circumstances:

• A very recently renovated, unfurnished family home with two large living areas; or
• A mostly furnished cottage suitable for a single applicant

The family home has been extensively updated and would provide an excellent base for someone wanting to settle into the area long-term.
 
What's on Offer

• Full-time, permanent employment
• Long-term opportunity with an established farming operation
• Varied work across cropping and cattle
• Quality accommodation available
• Remuneration negotiated based on experience and capability

If you are an experienced Farm Hand looking for a genuine long-term opportunity in Queensland's Western Downs region, we would like to hear from you.

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