_{27th August, 2026}

An excellent opportunity is available for an Experienced Farm Hand to join a progressive, privately owned dryland cropping operation based outside Moree, within reach of Moree, Goondiwindi and Warialda.
 
Working within a small team, they are looking for someone who is genuinely passionate about agriculture, mature, responsible and capable of working independently. Just as importantly, you will be willing to learn, ask questions and share similar values around safety, respect, machinery care and sustainable farming practices.
 
The operation is continuing to grow, providing potential for the right person to develop their skills and take on greater responsibility over time.
 
The Operation
The farming program includes dryland broadacre crops such as:

• Wheat
• Chickpeas
• Canola
• Faba beans
• Sorghum
• Potentially cotton

-- There is no livestock work involved.
 
The operation also has approximately 5,000 tonnes of on-farm grain storage, with silo maintenance and grain out-loading required throughout the year.
 
Machinery and Equipment
The farm operates a modern John Deere fleet and quality supporting equipment, including:

• John Deere 8410RT tracked tractor
• John Deere 7820 utility tractor
• John Deere 6170 utility loader tractor
• Two John Deere S790 headers
• John Deere See & Spray 36-metre self-propelled sprayer
• NDF 12-metre planter
• Gyral air cart
• Bredal spreader
• Finch chaser bin
• GreenStar GPS systems
• Kenworth T401 truck
• Moore semi-trailer

The Role
This is a varied, hands-on position covering all areas of the cropping operation. Responsibilities will include:

• Sowing, spraying, harvesting, spreading and paddock preparation
• Operating new and modern tractors, headers, sprayers and planting equipment
• Independently calculating and mixing chemical rates
• Chemical batching, application and decontamination
• Unloading and outloading grain
• Silo maintenance across approximately 5,000 tonnes of on-farm grain storage
• Liaising with agronomists and assisting with monitoring crop and soil health
• Using modern farming software, including John Deere Operations Center and Agworld
• Maintaining accurate chemical inventory, chemical usage and paddock records
• Reporting regularly to the Farm Manager
• Supervising seasonal workers during peak sowing and harvest periods
• Completing machinery and equipment pre-start checks
• General maintenance of machinery, vehicles, small motors and farm infrastructure
• Assisting with machinery servicing, welding and workshop duties
• Reporting machinery faults and maintenance requirements promptly
• Keeping machinery, vehicles and work areas exceptionally clean and tidy
• Participating in weekly toolbox talks
• Following farm policies, safe work procedures and emergency processes
• Maintaining professional relationships with agronomists, contractors, suppliers and other businesses

The business takes considerable pride in its machinery and expects all equipment to be operated carefully, properly maintained and kept exceptionally clean and tidy.

About You
To be successful, you will need:

• Previous broadacre farming experience
• A genuine passion for agriculture
• Experience operating modern agricultural machinery and technology
• Strong communication and listening skills
• A mature, responsible and safety-conscious approach
• The ability to work independently and as part of a small team
• A strong work ethic and willingness to ask questions
• Good observation skills and an interest in learning how the operation is run
• Mechanical aptitude and general maintenance experience
• Welding ability
• A current driver's licence
• Relevant work-related references

Previous experience operating a self-propelled sprayer and completing chemical batching will be highly regarded, as spraying forms a significant part of this position.
 
An HR truck licence is preferred but not essential.
 
The following qualifications are also preferred, although training can be provided:

• ChemCert
• Forklift licence
• Working at Heights
• Confined Space
• First Aid and CPR

Training and Development
Initial training and supervision will be provided across the operation. Safe work procedures are formally completed, and the successful person will be signed off as competent once the required training has been completed.
 
The business fosters a learning environment and is prepared to invest in someone who is observant, open-minded and genuinely wants to develop their skills.
 
As the business grows, there may also be an opportunity for someone interested in developing their leadership capabilities.
 
Hours and Conditions

• Permanent full-time position
• Approximately 40-50 hours per week, Monday to Friday, during normal operations
• Weekend work required during busy periods such as planting and harvest, but not every weekend
• Fortnightly pay
• Pay rate to be discussed based on experience and qualifications
• Farm vehicle provided for work use only

Accommodation
A large, modern family home is included with the position, along with electricity.
 
The home includes:

• Four bedrooms
• Main bathroom
• Ensuite
• Heating and air conditioning
• Enclosed garage / shed
• Open-bay carport
• Established lawns and gardens

A lawn mower and garden hoses are provided, with the successful person expected to maintain the lawns and gardens.
 
-- Pets may be considered by negotiation.
 
The Location
Moree is the main service centre, offering access to daycare, kindergarten, primary and secondary schooling, shopping, medical services and everyday amenities.
 
The wider region has an active rural community, with rugby, Young Aggies, race meetings, food festivals and other social events held around Moree and Goondiwindi.
 
This position would suit an experienced farm hand looking for modern machinery, quality family accommodation and a genuine long-term opportunity within a progressive cropping business.

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