2IC/Senior Operator, Williams

Job Description

An experienced Senior Farm Hand/2IC is required for a family run, cropping & sheep property, located in Williams, WA. They are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated person who will join a happy and welcoming team of 6 within a great work environment, great infrastructure, and very modern equipment. The right candidate can will have at least 2 years’ experience in broadacre machinery operations, a passion for cropping and be interested in taking on a leadership position with the opportunity to train and supervise other staff members. This role also has the potential to develop into a management position down the track. Accommodation and a work vehicle will be provided as well as a fantastic starting salary package. If you’re passionate about farming and want to be part of an inclusive team environment, apply now.
 
Good Things to Know:

• 7,000ha property with 4,000ha cropping program (canola, wheat, oats & hay);
• 25,000 sheep managed by stockmen;
• Great central location of Williams, WA less than 2hrs South of Perth, WA;
• Friendly and inclusive community;
• Local facilities include: primary school, bank, post office,  tavern, IGA and sports pavilion, closest high school is located in Narrogin – 30kms away;  

 About the role

• Start date: Immediately;
• Main duties: Assist Manager with day to day and cropping operations;
• Machinery operations:  Tractor, truck driving, seeding, spraying, fertilizing and harvesting;
• Machinery maintenance & workshop duties;
• Machinery used: Goldacres sprayer, New Holland header, JCB Fastrac tractors & loadalls;
• Supervision of staff & leading a team;
• Opportunity for livestock work if desired;  

 About You:

• 2+ years experience in similar broadacre position;
• Manual C license essential, HR license desirable;
• Mechanically minded – capable of machinery maintenance, services & repairs;
• Demonstrated ability to apply initiative;
• Ability to work well in a team as well as autonomously;
• GPS/Autosteer knowledge and tech savvy desirable;
• Honest and easy going personality;
• Self starter with a positive attitude;

 What is on offer:

• Friendly and welcoming family atmosphere;
• Salary $90K+ depending on skills and experience;
• Accommodation: 3×1 house available in town suitable for a singles, couples or families, recently refurbished and in great condition;
• Work vehicle provided;
• Opportunity for growth and progression;