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Pre Harvest/Harvest Machinery Operator, Ravensthorpe WA (REF 14170)
Job Description
Join a 12500 ha family owned and operated farm near the town of Ravensthorpe, 60 km from the coast. Focusing on 100% grain production with a modern fleet of Case Machinery. The role will include but not limited to operating agricultural machinery and a large variety of earthmoving machinery and general maintenance. Several accommodation options available.
Depending on your skills, below are some of the tasks that you may undertake:
- Operate modern CASE machinery across all broadacre operations;
- Support workshop activities – servicing, pre-season prep, repairs;
- Up to 3-4 months of focused mechanical work for qualified candidates;
- Assist with spraying (experience a bonus, not essential);
- Operate trucks (If you have HC or MC licence);
- Contribute to earthworks, road building and in‑house construction;
Number of vacancies:
1
If more than 1 position, will those travelling together be considered?
possibly depending on applicant
Skills / minimum level of experience required:
Medium skill level with a passion for farming
Machinery to be operated:
Case 4450 SP
Steiger 645
9250 Header
Essential Licences (select if mandatory):
Car - manual
Start date (approx):
07/07/2026
Finish date (approx):
01/07/2027
Typical days + hours to be worked during peak / off peak times:
5 days/wk in the off season 7 days/week peak 10 hour days off season
Hourly rate range:
$30-$45
Team size:
5-10
Current team structure:
3 family managers, 3 full time employees
Accommodation:
Suitable for Single Person, Suitable for Couple, Suitable for Family
Description of Accommodation:
house or new donga accommodation
Other inclusions/benefits:
Accommodation, Electricity, Gas, WIFI, Work Vehicle for work use only
Meals offered during the season (select all that apply):
During peak period only, Dinner
Is your farm a smoke-free property:
Prefer non smokers, Smoking acceptable if rules are followed