Description:
Farm Hand
Gooloogong, Central West NSW – F/T
What we can offer you
- Work for an iconic dairy agribusiness – operating a fleet of current John Deere, Fendt, Deutz and equipment utilizing the latest technology including: My John Dree, Agworld and Trimble Ag Software.
- Forever growing career prospects – we have ongoing opportunities for promotion and growth, within all departments here with AFMH.
- Grow your skills and expertise – we encourage and offer you further professional development with personal development courses, national competency accreditation courses and much more.
- Safety environment and culture - work in a safety driven environment where the wellbeing of our people and livestock is paramount.
- Moxey Farms is centrally located within 30 minutes to Cowra, Forbes, Grenfell and Canowindra.
The Opportunity
A permanent full-time position is available for a Farm Hand. Our Farm Hands work closely with our agronomist and management. The farm team are responsible for the production of the quality crops and forage including corn, cereal and lucerne crops, these are harvested for silage to be fed to our livestock.
We farm sustainably by returning nutrients to the land, by minimizing waste and using water efficiently through modern irrigation systems. We apply compost and recycle nutrients to our land. Our cropping rotations are designed to build soil health and structure, so our land remains fertile and productive.
This opportunity provides secure, long-term employment in a safety-driven environment. This position is for a highly motivated, reliable person, who has an eye for detail and is committed to work health and safety. You will be encouraged and supported to complete National Competency Accreditation in loader and skid steer and other training including forklift as required.
About AFMH
Australian Fresh Milk Holdings (AFMH) is a world class dairy farming company focused on the sustainable production of high-quality fresh milk. We are passionate about 3 things: our people, our cows and our farms. We apply best practice farming techniques that promote the highest standards of wellbeing and sustainability through innovation, technology and staying true to our values.
AFMH operates multiple sites across eastern Australia. Dairy operations are located at Moxey Farms in Gooloogong, NSW, as well as Coomboona Farms in Coomboona, VIC. In addition, AFMH operates Ladysmith Farms a young stock operation near Wagga Wagga, NSW.
Key accountabilities include:
- Operating machinery such as: Deutz, John Deere, Fendt tractors
- Working to scheduling guidelines
- Operating machinery safely
- Maintaining a clean and safe working environment
- A motivated and positive work ethic with good time management skills
The successful applicant will possess:
- The ability to follow protocols and adhere to safety standards
- Farm machinery experience
- A genuine interest in farming operations and the passion to learn
- Q Fever immunity, or must be willing to gain the Q Fever vaccination
- Covid Vaccinated
To express initial interest, email your resume and covering letter along with the names and contact details of at least two (2) referees to employment@afmh.com.au
To learn more about our farms visit www.afmh.com.au