Skilled Farm Hand

Il y a 5 jours

Rec de Colignan, Occitanie, France Wandin Valley Farms Temps plein 21,36 € - 27,34 €/an

Wandin Valley Farms is a family owned business and one of Australia's largest fresh cherry producers, with orchards in Victoria and Tasmania supplying local and export markets.

About the Role

Join Wandin Valley Farms as a skilled Farm Hand located in Colignan, Victoria, near Mildura. This is a full time role on a casual basis, with the potential to move into permanent full time position for the right applicant. The hourly rate depends on your skill level and is paid in line with the Horticulture Award.

Ideally you'll bring around two years experience at a primary producer, along with a chemical users permit and forklift licence but for the right person, we're happy to train you up.

Key Responsibilities

At a high level, the role will involve:

  • Operating tractors, sprayers and slashers, with some heavy machinery may also be required
  • Assisting with general property maintenance, e.g. pruning, fencing and irrigation
  • Assisting with activities during harvest
  • Completing general tasks and supporting the Farm Manager and 2IC as required
  • Participating in staff development as requested or required

About You

You must hold (or, for the right applicant, be willing to obtain):

  • Current driver's licence
  • ACUP chemical users permit
  • Heavy machinery tickets would be highly advantageous
  • National Police Check

Please note that successful candidate will be required to complete a police check prior to beginning employment.

The successful candidate will:

  • Have demonstrated experience using tractors and other machinery
  • Possess excellent problem solving abilities
  • Work well in a small team and on their own
  • Have strong communication skills
  • Be physically fit enough to complete labouring tasks

Why Join Us?

  • Be part of a generational, family owned business that takes pride in its people and its work
  • Full time casual hours with a genuine pathway to permanent full time for the right person
  • Pay in line with the Horticulture Award, reflecting your skill level
  • On the job training and staff development for someone keen to learn and grow

We're a hands on, values driven business that takes pride in our people and our work. If your skills and experience align and you're looking to be part of a close knit team, we'd love to hear from you.