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Header Operator / Truck Driver, Mintaro SA

27/10/2025
Seasonal
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Job Description

  • Dates: 10 Nov – 31 Dec (approx);
  • Operation of combine (NH 9.90), in conjunction with owner in harvest contracting and share farming operations;
  • Driving Prime Mover with trailer, carting to silos (Western Star Prime Mover);
  • Header experience required as is an HR licence;
  • Harvesting days will be approx 7am – 10pm however two people will be sharing the work, so shifts may be split. There will also be down time if weather is not right for reaping;
  • All meals provided during the season.
Number of vacancies:
1
If more than 1 position, will those travelling together be considered?
No
Skills / minimum level of experience required:

Combine and harvesting experience essential. Minimum Heavy Rigid licence- preferably Heavy Combination licence.
Mechanically minded.

Machinery to be operated:

New Holland 9.90 Combine Harvester
Western Star Prime Mover

Essential Licences (select if mandatory):
Car - manual, HR Truck
Start date (approx):
10/11/2025
Finish date (approx):
31/12/2025
Typical days + hours to be worked during peak / off peak times:
Harvesting days will be approx 7 am - 10pm however two people will be sharing the work, so shifts may be split. There will also be down time if weather is not right for reaping.
Hourly rate range:
Approx $40/hour
Team size:
2
Current team structure:
Owner/Operator, plus other workers employed by the farms worked on will be present.
Accommodation:
Suitable for Single Person
Description of Accommodation:
Possibly caravan or cabin
Other inclusions/benefits:
Other (please advise in details above)
Meals offered during the season (select all that apply):
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Is your farm a smoke-free property:
Prefer non smokers