• Start: ASAP
• $33.55 per hour
• Duration: 6 months
• Hands-on experience in orchard operations and agricultural machinery
• Opportunity to develop experience in chemical application and orchard management
• Consistent hours with potential overtime earnings

The Role

We are seeking a reliable Orchard Machinery Operator with ChemCert to join the team in Wandown Orchard. This role will support day-to-day orchard operations, with a strong focus on operating agricultural machinery, chemical and weed spraying, equipment maintenance, and maintaining high safety and compliance standards.

What You'll Do:

In this role, you will support day-to-day orchard operations, focusing on the safe and efficient operation of farm machinery, chemical and weed spraying, equipment maintenance, and maintaining high safety and compliance standards.

Your day-to-day duties will include:

• Operating tractors and other orchard machinery safely and efficiently
• Carrying out chemical and weed spraying activities in accordance with workplace procedures
• Maintaining and cleaning machinery and equipment
• Identifying and reporting mechanical issues promptly
• Maintaining accurate records of spraying activities and machine usage
• Following all WHS (Work Health & Safety) procedures and correctly using required PPE
• Assisting with general orchard duties including irrigation, pruning, picking and cleaning

Benefits:

• $33.55 per hour + penalty rates
• Consistent hours with approximately 38 hours per week
• Valuable experience in machinery operator and site operations
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, seasonal environment
• Opportunity to work in a fast-paced agricultural environment

Your Skills & Experience:

To be considered for the role, it is important you can demonstrate the following:

• A current driver licence and reliable transport to and from work
• Current ChemCert certification
• Previous chemical application and spraying experience
• Experience operating tractors and agricultural machinery
• Able to understand and follow work instructions, including safety instructions, given over two-way radio
• Good awareness of workplace health and safety practices
• Able to perform manual outdoor work in varying weather conditions

Choose Agri Labour Australia

Agri Labour Australia is an award-winning Australian company with clients in every State and Territory. Proudly representing major agribusinesses, large primary producers, rural operators, and local farmers - we are more than a recruitment agency. Founded on our firsthand knowledge of the land and dedicated to the ongoing success of our clients' businesses and our candidates' careers, you can rely on us for expertise, advice, and support.

If you believe you're a great fit for the role, click 'Apply Now' and forward to us your most up-to-date resume and relevant certificates or licenses.