Rural Enterprises
Air Seeder Operator, Hyden WA (REF 948334)
Job Description
Air Seeder Operator is required on a family owned mixed property at Hyden, WA (located 340km southeast of Perth) with a cropping program of approx 4,000ha. Starting early April until mid June, you’ll be operating modern CASE machinery. Accommodation, vehicle and all meals provided.
Good things to know:
- Family operated property with approx 4,000 ha cropping program;
- Team of 4;
- Modern CASE machinery.
About the role:
- Starting early April until mid June;
- Pre-seeding duties include preparing machinery, rock picking, fencing and some sheep work (filling feeders);
- Operating a CASE 500HP and 50ft bar.
Essential Skills Required:
- Skilled tractor operator, able to fill up seeder etc;
- Tractor operating and GPS/Autosteer experience;
- Must be fit and healthy;
- Have some good mechanical skills; be able to look at a machine and trouble shoot issues – and if not sure, ask for help;
- You must have common sense, be able to listen and communicate effectively and be someone who cares about their work.
What’s on Offer:
- Hourly rate: $35 and up to $40, depending on experience;
- Hours: 8 hours per day (pre-seeding), 12 hours during seeding; 5-6 days per week (pre-seeding) and 6 days during seeding;
- Fully self-contained work quarters;
- All meals provided;
- Work vehicle provided.