Introduction:
About us
Australian Food & Fibre (AFF) is a business that combines significant knowledge and expertise to supply quality Australian cotton to the world, as well as cereals, pulses and oil seeds. As part of the AFF team, you will play a vital role in a large and successful agribusiness that spans production, processing, distribution and marketing.
Description:
About the role
AFF is looking for an experienced Leading Farm Hand to join our team at our Togo Farm operations, located in Narrabri, NSW. This hands-on role supports the Farm Manager by overseeing day-to-day tasks, providing guidance to farm hands, and ensuring that farm operations run efficiently and safely. You'll work across a variety of activities - from cropping and irrigation to machinery and maintenance - while helping to lead a positive and productive team environment.
Key responsibilities include:
* Leading small teams and delegating daily tasks to support operational priorities.
* Operating and maintaining tractors and other broadacre farm machinery.
* Assisting with the planning and execution of irrigation activities.
* Supporting crop production, weed and pest control, and seasonal field preparation.
* Monitoring safety on site and contributing to toolbox talks and WHS leadership.
* Carrying out general farm maintenance and infrastructure upkeep.
We take our responsibility for maintaining a safety culture very seriously, actively ensuring awareness of safety to 'keep people safe' in all aspects of our operation.
Skills and Experiences:
About you
You're someone who thrives in a hands-on environment and takes pride in a job well done. With a solid background in broadacre farming, you're confident in operating machinery, working as part of a team, and taking the lead when needed. You've got a proactive approach to safety, a strong work ethic, and you're ready to step up and support both people and production.
To be successful in this role, you'll bring:
* Experience in supporting or supervising day-to-day farm operations.
* Familiarity with seasonal cropping activities and irrigation scheduling.
* The ability to give direction to a wider team.
* Strong situational awareness and a practical approach to problem-solving.
* A commitment to upholding safety and setting a good example for others.
* ChemCert or relevant WHS qualifications.
If this role sounds like the career opportunity you've been looking for, click the 'apply' button below for the first step in a rewarding career with AFF.