Tractor Operator / General Farm Hand
Riviera Farms is a diversified, vegetable growing and processing enterprise based in East Gippsland, Victoria. We grow, process and distribute a wide variety of fresh produce – including salad, vegetables, lettuce varieties, broccoli, carrots and sweet corn. Our business has operations in Bairnsdale, Lindenow and the Stratford areas.
We are currently looking for a self-motivated, energetic Tractor Operator / General Farm Hand to join our team.
This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in producing high-quality work, and is capable of working independently.
This position is full-time employment.
Riviera Farms offers a safe working environment with excellent workplace conditions, opportunities for training, development, and progression within the business.
Main Duties of This Position
- Operation of late model machinery such as tractors and implements on a wide range of crops
- Spraying all crops with tractor driven sprayers
- Following the agronomists spray recommendations, with ability to accurately measure chemicals, read labels and adhere to safety data sheets
- Slashing and mowing
- Precision seeding and planting
- Boom spraying (training available for the right applicant if required)
- General cultivation and field preparation
- Equipment servicing and basic maintenance
- General farm duties as required
- Maintain accurate records of works carried out via cloud based software
- Ensure OH&S compliance in machinery operation and storage
Requirements for This Position
- Experience in tractor/machinery operations
- Willingness to engage in all kinds of tractor operations
- Ability to understand, measure and be able to calculate general math
- Willingness to undertake training to obtain a chemical certificate
- Ability to work flexible hours
How to Apply
If you think you have the skills and attitude required for the position, please do not hesitate to apply. Submit your application via Seek.
