At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to operate machinery and maintain farm infrastructure in a hands-on role.
- Company: Greenmountain Food Processing, a well-established employer in Queensland.
- Benefits: Stable full-time employment with a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Work Monday to Friday, 6:00 am to 3:00 pm, in a dynamic farm setting.
- Why this job: Enjoy varied outdoor work while contributing to farm development and maintenance.
- Qualifications: Must have practical farming experience and a current driver's licence.
The predicted salary is between 54144 - 66176 $ per year.
Are you an experienced Farmhand looking for a stable, hands-on role with a well-established Queensland employer? Greenmountain Food Processing is seeking an experienced and practical Farmhand to join our team at our Coominya operations. This is a varied role suited to someone with broad agricultural experience who is comfortable operating machinery, maintaining farm infrastructure and assisting with cropping, pasture and general property development activities.
Mandatory Requirements – Please Read Before Applying
- Current unrestricted Australian work rights
- Current Driver’s Licence
- Previous practical farming or agricultural experience
- Experience operating tractors and agricultural machinery
- Ability to perform physical outdoor work in varying weather conditions
- Ability to work independently and take initiative
- Strong commitment to safe work practices
Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position. Overseas applicants without Australian work rights will not be considered.
About the Role
You will undertake a broad range of farming, machinery operation, infrastructure development and property maintenance activities across our Coominya operations. This is a practical role where no two days are necessarily the same. We are looking for someone who can confidently contribute across day-to-day farm operations and assist with maintaining and improving the property.
Hours
Monday to Friday – 6:00 am to 3:00 pm
Key Responsibilities
- General farming and property maintenance
- Fencing construction, repairs and maintenance
- Welding and fabrication associated with farm maintenance and infrastructure
- Development and maintenance of farm water systems
- Tractor and agricultural machinery operation
- Operating spray rigs and spreading equipment
- Planting and pasture establishment activities
- Hay making and silage operations
- General machinery and equipment checks
- Assisting with farm improvement and development projects
- General farm labouring and upkeep duties
- Working safely in accordance with WHS requirements and site procedures
About You
You are a reliable, practical and self-motivated Farmhand who enjoys working outdoors and takes pride in maintaining equipment, infrastructure and agricultural land. You are comfortable working independently when required, while also contributing positively as part of a small farm team.
Ideal Experience
Previous experience in several of the following areas would be highly regarded:
- Fencing
- Welding and basic fabrication
- Farm water systems and infrastructure
- Tractor and agricultural machinery operation
- Spray rig operation
- Fertiliser or soil amendment spreading
- Planting and cropping activities
- Hay making
- Silage production
- Pasture management
- General farm and property maintenance
- Machinery maintenance and basic mechanical troubleshooting
Experience operating John Deere machinery and GreenStar GPS systems would be advantageous but is not essential.
What We Offer
- Full-time permanent employment
- Monday to Friday roster
- 6:00 am to 3:00 pm working hours
- Stable, long-term employment with an established Queensland employer
- Varied and practical farm work
- Opportunity to work across farming, infrastructure and property development activities
- Supportive team environment
Location
This position is based in Coominya, QLD. Applicants should live within reasonable commuting distance or be willing to relocate independently.
Farm Hand in Coominya employer: Greenmountain Food Processing
Greenmountain Food Processing is an excellent employer for Farmhands, offering stable, full-time positions in a supportive team environment at our Coominya operations. With a focus on employee growth and varied practical work, we provide opportunities to engage in diverse agricultural activities while maintaining a strong commitment to safety and well-being. Join us for a rewarding career where your skills will be valued and developed in a well-established Queensland company.
Contact Details:
Greenmountain Food Processing Recruitment Team
