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2x Machinery Operators / General Farm Hands, Broomehill WA (REF 14869)

12/08/2026
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Job Description

A mixed farming business in WA’s Great Southern is seeking two reliable and practical farmhands for a hands-on seasonal role from now to end of harvest (through to Jan).
  • Mixed cropping and sheep enterprise
  • Ideal for a couple or two individuals
  • Chaser bin driver: $30-$32/hour depending on experience
  • Header operator: $35-38/ hour depending on experience

Job Description:

Our client, a family-owned mixed enterprise located in the Great Southern region (3.5 hours south-east of Perth), overlooking the Stirling Ranges, is seeking two Casual General Farm Hands to assist across key seasonal operations. This is a varied, hands-on role working within a small team across both livestock and cropping enterprises, covering hay production, sheep work, ram sale preparation, and harvest.

Good Things to Know:

  • Located approximately 30 minutes from Broomehill / Katanning;
  • Accommodation provided (self-contained or house option);
  • Consistent work through peak seasonal periods;
  • Practical, team-based working environment.

About the Role:

  • Machinery operation;
  • Feeding sheep and general livestock husbandry;
  • General farm hand duties;
  • Hay making including raking, baling, and stacking;
  • Assisting with ram sale preparation;
  • Harvest work including header and chaser bin operation.

About You:

  • Practical and hands-on with a strong work ethic;
  • Experience with sheep or farm machinery required;
  • Able to work independently and within a small team;
  • Physically capable and willing to get stuck in;
  • Couple or individuals considered.

What’s on Offer:

  • $30–$38/hour depending on experience;
  • 8-10 hour days and 12+ hours during peak periods;
  • Accommodation provided (single or fully furnished house);
  • Seasonal role now through to January;
  • Opportunity to gain exposure across a broad range of farm operations.
Number of vacancies:
2
If more than 1 position, will those travelling together be considered?
Yes
Skills / minimum level of experience required:

• At least one previous harvest season completed

• Machinery maintenance skills
• Good English and communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team
• Strong work ethic and an eye for detail

Machinery to be operated:

John Deere 8220 with Finch Chaser Bin
Cr 9090 combine
New Holland tractor
JCB Telehandler

Essential Licences (select if mandatory):
Car - manual
Start date (approx):
20/08/2026
Finish date (approx):
08/01/2027
Typical days + hours to be worked during peak / off peak times:
8.5 hour normal period; 10- 12 hours peak period
Hourly rate range:
$30-38
Team size:
3
Current team structure:
Working under Operations Manager
Accommodation:
Suitable for Couple
Description of Accommodation:
Air con fully furnished Dongar
Other inclusions/benefits:
Accommodation, Electricity, Gas
Meals offered during the season (select all that apply):
No meals
Is your farm a smoke-free property:
Smoking acceptable if rules are followed