Technical Farm Hand

The University of Sydney

Marulan, New South Wales, Australia
Base: heo6, $112,026 py; bonus/equity: not specifi...
Machinery and equipment maintenance
Operation of tractors and seeders
Chemical application and calibration
The Technical Farm Hand is responsible for maintaining and repairing machinery and equipment to ensure effective farm operations at Arthursleigh Farm

Job Summary

  • The Technical Farm Hand is responsible for maintaining and repairing machinery and equipment to ensure effective farm operations at Arthursleigh Farm.
  • This role supports the execution of cropping, pasture, and livestock programs including operation of tractors, seeders, and spraying equipment.
  • The University of Sydney is committed to diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

Matching Summary

The Technical Farm Hand is responsible for maintaining and repairing machinery and equipment to ensure effective farm operations at Arthursleigh Farm.

Salary

Base: HEO6, $112,026 p.a.; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 17% Superannuation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • machinery and equipment maintenance
  • operation of tractors and seeders
  • chemical application and calibration
  • sheep handling equipment operation
  • use of satellite navigation technology
  • safe work practices compliance

Nice-to-have

  • ability to weld and perform mechanical repairs
  • knowledge of animal husbandry techniques
  • experience with RFID tagging and data recording
  • coordination with farm management
  • record keeping of cropping activities

Key Requirements

  • Certificate 3 or equivalent in Agriculture (desired)
  • Current Chemcert Accreditation
  • Current Class 1 NSW Driver’s License
  • Demonstrated agricultural practices knowledge in Southern Tablelands
  • Previous employment in farming/cropping enterprises
  • Unrestricted work rights in Australia

Work Rights

Unrestricted work rights in Australia required

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