General duties for the day-to-day business operations, with the key objective to maximise the productivity and profitability of the business without compromising plant conditions or workplace safety.

The primary responsibilities of the Machine Operator position include:

Preparing machinery for operation;
Operating various machinery, including various tractors, header, front end loader, augers, four wheel motorbike
Operating various attachments to the machinery, including super spreader, seeding machinery, chaser bin
Operating various machinery to sow, fertilise and harvest crops including tractor & super spreader, tractor and seeding machinery, tractor and chaser bin
Adjust speed, height and depth of the machinery, and other implements as instructed by Manager;
Care and maintenance of the machinery to ensure equipment is maintained in accordance with Managers requirements;
Occupational Health and Safety compliance, ensuring that all work activities are carried out in accordance with the businesses policies and procedures; and
Maintain all required business records as required.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

Relevant qualification at the level of a Certificate II or higher, OR at least three (3) years of relevant work experience as a Machinery Operator;

Must have a current WA C Class Drivers Licence.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Ability to work in a team;
Ability to interpret and understand business external regulations, policies, and procedures;
Ability to work unsupervised and to accept responsibility as well as working in a team environment;
Ability and commitment to adhere to safe work practices;
Proficient with a wide range of spreading and seeding machinery, and hand tools;
Excellent communication and organisational skills.

OTHER

Work vehicle provided, and all travel expenses covered
Some weekend work will be required, and discussed with candidate so plenty of notice given
Accommodation in nearby towns at the expense of candidate

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $73,150.00 – $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company car
Travel reimbursement

Schedule:

10 hour shift
Weekend availability

Supplementary Pay:

Overtime pay

Experience:

Agriculture/Horticulture: 3 years (Required)

Licence/Certification:

WA C Class Drivers Licence (Required)

Work Authorisation:

Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person

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Machine Operator