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Our client is a leader in large-scale, sustainable broadacre cropping, This 5,500ha aggregation in Dandaragan has come through extensive soil improvement and boasts a modern fleet of machinery and a motivated team. Recognised as Farm of the Year (2023), this operation continues to set the benchmark in productivity and innovation. Their commitment to people, infrastructure, and equipment is second to none and strives to foster a workplace culture that values growth, autonomy, resilience, and community.

The Role

Reporting to Farm Manager, you’ll play a key role in daily operations while developing leadership skills and stepping up when the manager is away. You’ll work alongside a junior team and contribute to both on-ground farm work and broader decision-making. This role offers exposure to commercial aspects of large-scale cropping for those keen to develop in this area.

This position is more than just a job - it’s an opportunity to be part of a high-achieving operation that values initiative, accountability, and community involvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Spraying Operations – Independently assess conditions, operate self-propelled and tow-behind rigs, and manage chemical applications.
• Harvest & Machinery – Operate modern John Deere headers and general cropping equipment.
• Mechanical Troubleshooting – Conduct basic machinery maintenance and problem-solving in the field.
• Decision-Making & Accountability – Take responsibility for assessing crop conditions, weather impacts, and fertiliser applications.
• Farm & Team Involvement – Work closely with the Farm Manager and support the development of junior staff.
• Agronomy Exposure – Engage with the farm agronomist and gain insights into crop management (should you wish).
• Community Engagement – Be part of a team-focused culture, with opportunities to get involved in grower networks and industry groups.

What You Bring

We’re looking for someone with broadacre experience who thrives on taking ownership. Ideal candidates will have:

• Several years experience in broadacre farming, with the confidence to make independent decisions.
• Good spraying experience, including the ability to assess conditions and operate rigs autonomously.
• Mechanical aptitude, capable of identifying and troubleshooting machinery issues.
• HR Licence (minimum requirement).
• A proactive and reliable approach, taking responsibility for tasks and learning from challenges.
• A willingness to ask questions, challenge ideas, and contribute to farm improvements.
• A community-focused mindset, keen to be part of a team that values collaboration and industry engagement.

What You’ll Gain

• Competitive Package: $90k - $95k + Super + work ute + house. Note: all overtime hours are paid at the equivalent salaried rate. Based on an average 53 hour work week (as recorded by the team last year), total earnings are expected to be circa $120k - $130k per year, plus super.
• Hours: Guaranteed 40-hour weeks, with target annual average to be under 55 hours per week.
• Flexible Summer Workload: January-February offers reduced work hours (8-hour days or 4-day weeks), 40 hours still paid.
• On-Farm Accommodation: 3-bedroom house (utilities included), with a potential option of a 4-bed house.
• Career Development: Opportunities to step into more responsibility and leadership roles.
• Modern Fleet: All machinery under 5 years old, plus a brand new sprayer arriving soon.

How to Step Forward

For more information or a confidential chat, please contact Nick Marchant, Director on 0466 333 066.

Who are March

March offers permanent recruitment, workforce planning, and executive search services tailored exclusively to Australian agribusinesses. We align commercial objectives with top talent to unlock the full potential of ag operations.