Leading Farm Hand – Mixed Cropping & Sheep Farm

Employment Type: Full-Time with scope for flexible work hours due to seasonal variation of duties.

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

We are seeking a reliable, experienced, and motivated Leading Farm Hand to join our family-owned and operated mixed cropping and sheep farm. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a supportive environment where your input is valued, and your skills are appreciated.

This role is well suited to someone looking to step up into a leading role or step back from farm management.

About Us:

Our farm is a well-established, family-run operation with a strong focus on sustainability, productivity, and animal welfare alongside conservation projects. We grow a variety of broadacre crops and run a quality sheep enterprise, with a passion for producing high-quality outputs while maintaining a great place to live and work. The farm is run alongside Heazlewood Seeds Pty Ltd.

Key Responsibilities:

Working closely with the farm owner to plan and implement day-to-day operations

Operation of tractors and other farm machinery for cultivation, seeding, spreading and general farm duties

Maintenance and operation of pivot and lateral irrigators

Good understanding of farm machinery infrastructure and maintenance

General farm repairs and maintenance, including fencing and infrastructure upkeep

Animal husbandry, including feeding, monitoring livestock health, vaccination and drenching, lambing assistance, and general sheep work

Working with contractors as needed

Maintaining OH&S responsibilities

About You:

Previous experience in a similar role on a mixed farming operation or a proven willingness to learn and take on new skills.

Competent with modern farm machinery and GPS technology

Mechanical aptitude with the ability to carry out machinery maintenance and minor repairs

Strong livestock handling skills and a genuine interest in animal welfare

Reliable, proactive, and capable of working both independently and as part of a team

Show good initiative, communication and problem-solving skills

Current driver’s licence (Fork Lift ticket an advantage)

What We Offer:

A long-term, stable position with a family farming business

Variety in your work across cropping and livestock

Interesting role with career development

A supportive, friendly team environment

Competitive salary, based on experience and skill level

If you're looking for a hands-on role with real responsibility, and enjoy the variety and challenges of mixed farming, we’d love to hear from you.

To Apply:
Please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience to [email protected] by 7th November. Call Duncan on 0407 973458 for more information.