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1 x Header Operator, Loddon Malle VIC (REF 15658)
Job Description
- Dates: Late October – Late December (approx.)
- $38-$42 /hr depending on experience;
- 10-12 hrs/day during peak season;
- Accommodation: Shared house and work vehicle available for use;
- Dinner included during peak periods;
About the role
- Operate a Case IH 7250 header with 40 ft front during the 2026 grain harvest.
- Harvest wheat, barley, lentils, canola and lupins.
- Set up and adjust the header to suit different crops and changing harvest conditions.
- Monitor grain quality, grain losses and machine performance and make adjustments as required.
- Operate GPS/autosteer and onboard monitoring systems.
- Complete daily servicing, greasing, cleaning and pre-start inspections.
- Identify mechanical issues early and assist with minor repairs and maintenance.
- Maintain the header and front to a high standard and report faults or damage promptly.
- Work safely around chaser bins, trucks and other harvest machinery.
- Communicate with the harvest team regarding paddock movements, unloading and grain quality.
- Assist with moving machinery between paddocks and setting up fronts when required.
- Assist with general harvest duties, maintenance and clean-up during weather or harvesting delays.
About you
- 2 previous grain harvests operating a header/combine preferred. Case IH Axial-Flow experience highly regarded;
- Applicant must be capable of operating and adjusting the machine independently, rather than requiring operator training;
- Manual drivers licence;
- Work extended hours and weekends when harvest conditions allow;
- Follow all farm safety procedures and maintain a safe, tidy work environment;
- Non smoker preferred.
Number of vacancies:
1
If more than 1 position, will those travelling together be considered?
yes
Skills / minimum level of experience required:
2 previous grain harvests operating a header/combine preferred. Case IH Axial-Flow experience highly regarded. Applicant must be capable of operating and adjusting the machine independently, rather than requiring operator training.
Machinery to be operated:
Case 7250, 40 ft MacDon draper front
Essential Licences (select if mandatory):
Car - manual
Start date (approx):
26/10/2026
Finish date (approx):
31/12/2026
Typical days + hours to be worked during peak / off peak times:
10-12 hours per day
Hourly rate range:
38-42
Team size:
9
Current team structure:
Family farm, two family members, three full time and four casuals
Accommodation:
Suitable for Single Person
Description of Accommodation:
Shared house with two others
Other inclusions/benefits:
Accommodation, Work Vehicle for private Use
Meals offered during the season (select all that apply):
Dinner
Is your farm a smoke-free property:
Prefer non smokers
