At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate modern harvesting equipment and ensure efficient grain harvest.
- Company: Join Agri Labour Australia, a leading agribusiness recruitment agency.
- Benefits: Earn $40/hour, enjoy free accommodation, and work flexible hours.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a dynamic agricultural environment.
- Why this job: Experience hands-on work outdoors and make a real impact during harvest season.
- Qualifications: Previous grain harvest experience and strong machinery operation skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40 - 40 $ per hour.
- Free accommodation provided for the duration of the harvest assignment
- Varied seasonal work across multiple grain crops and harvest locations
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Header Operator to join a busy grain harvest operation in Nullawil, Victoria.
Working within the broadacre cropping and grain industry, you will operate modern harvesting equipment across a range of crops including wheat, barley, chickpeas and sorghum.
This is a hands‑on seasonal role in a fast‑paced outdoor environment, with long and flexible hours required during peak harvest periods.
You will work closely with farm managers, chaser‑bin operators, truck drivers and other harvest staff to keep operations running safely and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
You will be responsible for safely operating header machinery, maintaining harvest efficiency and supporting day‑to‑day harvest operations.
Strong machinery knowledge, attention to grain quality and a proactive approach to maintenance are essential.
- Operate modern headers and harvesting equipment safely and efficiently
- Harvest wheat, barley, chickpeas, sorghum and other grain crops as required
- Set and adjust header settings to suit crop and paddock conditions
- Monitor crop flow, grain quality and grain losses throughout harvesting
- Conduct daily pre‑start checks and routine machinery maintenance
- Identify and report mechanical issues promptly
- Keep machinery clean, safe and well maintained
- Work closely with farm managers, chaser‑bin operators, truck drivers and harvest team members
- Follow farm safety procedures and environmental requirements
- Maintain accurate records of hours worked, paddocks harvested, fuel use and maintenance
- Assist with general harvest duties as required
- Work long and flexible hours during peak harvest periods
- Approximately 2-3 months of seasonal harvest work
- Approximately 50 hours per week
- Free accommodation provided throughout the assignment
- Opportunity to operate large-scale modern harvesting equipment
- Your Skills & Experience
- Previous grain harvest experience is essential
- Proven experience operating headers and broadacre harvesting equipment
- Experience operating New Holland machinery with a 61-foot front is highly regarded
- Reliable and available to work varied and extended hours during peak harvest periods
- Physically fit and comfortable working long days in outdoor conditions
- Strong understanding of machinery operation, pre‑start checks and basic maintenance
- Able to monitor grain quality, crop flow and harvesting performance
- Good communication skills and ability to work effectively within a harvest team
- Strong commitment to workplace safety and safe machinery operation
- 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.
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Header Operator – Nullawil, VIC in Mildura employer: AgriLabour
Agri Labour Australia is an exceptional employer, offering a hands-on role in a dynamic grain handling operation in Ballarat, VIC. With a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork, employees benefit from a supportive work culture, competitive pay, and the opportunity to gain valuable experience in the agricultural sector. Join us for a rewarding short-term position that not only enhances your skills but also contributes to the success of local agribusinesses.
