Rural Enterprises

Air Seeder Operator, Hyden WA (REF 948334)

WA Wheatbelt
February 17, 2025
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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.