In Australia, the Simplot Company's core operations are food manufacturing and agriculture, encompassing potato, vegetable, seafood and sauce operations. We supply a wide range of frozen, shelf‐stable and chilled products to major retail and foodservice customers in Australia and New Zealand. The Simplot Global Food business includes 17 food manufacturing and processing sites, serving retail and foodservice customers in 37 countries, with 8,000 people across North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. Globally, the Simplot Company employs 15,000 people, driving innovation and excellence across diverse industries.
Benefits
* Ordinary hourly rate of $35.24 (incl. of 25% casual loading)
* Fully supplied uniform & PPE
* Income Protection Insurance
* Opportunity to gain hands‐on experience across diverse farming operations
* Supportive team environment with on‐the‐job training provided
About the Role
* Diverse, hands‐on farming opportunity
* Based in Forbes area (Central West, NSW)
* Residential position
Simplot Raw Procurement are seeking applicants to join our farming operations team in the role of casual Farm Hand. Based at a property within the Forbes area, this role will undertake a wide range of general farming activities in support of planting, growing and harvesting related to Simplot's market‐leading frozen vegetable products. Our farms include a mix of cropping and livestock activities, contributing to the supply of high‐quality raw materials for our food production operations across Australia and the Asia Pacific region. Reporting to the Farming Manager, the successful candidate will work alongside a skilled team in a hands‐on farming environment. Accommodation is not provided; candidates must be locally based.
Responsibilities
* Operate agricultural equipment & mobile plant – e.g. tractor (with various attachments), planter, spray rigs, etc.
* Perform ground work, tilling and crop preparation.
* Schedule, operate and maintain centre‐pivot irrigation systems (including remote operations).
* Harvest a variety of crops, including vegetables and winter cereals.
* Handle all aspects of livestock & animal husbandry.
* Carry out general farm duties such as fencing, road maintenance, minor machinery maintenance and pre‐starts.
* Mix fertiliser and weed control products in preparation for spraying.
* Contribute to continuous improvement activities.
Requirements
* 100% commitment to health & safety in the workplace.
* Previous experience in farming, agriculture or machinery operation (highly regarded but not essential).
* Mechanical aptitude.
* Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop new skills.
* Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
* Current driver's licence (mandatory).
* ChemCert accreditation and/or spraying experience (advantageous).
* Willingness to undertake a pre‐employment medical, including drug & alcohol screening.
* Valid unrestricted Australian work rights – applicants must have full working rights in Australia (temporary visa holders are ineligible).
Job Requisition ID: 25760
Travel Required: Less than 10%
Location(s): GF Bathurst Farm – Abercrombie
Country: Australia
Simplot is an equal opportunity employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. If you feel you would be a great addition to our team, we invite you to apply online today.
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