Farm Worker Opportunity in Australia

Farm Worker Opportunity in Northampton, WA – Join KLK Farms!

Exciting Career Opportunity for Experienced Farm Workers

KLK Farms is seeking a skilled Senior Farm Worker to join our Chilimony Aggregation team in Northampton, WA. If you have a strong background in livestock and broadacre cropping, this could be the perfect opportunity to grow your career with a progressive farming enterprise. With a competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a collaborative work environment, this role offers an exciting chance to be part of a dynamic agricultural team.

About the Role: Key Responsibilities

As a Senior Farm Worker, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Farm Manager in various aspects of farm operations. Your key responsibilities include:

Livestock Management

• Assisting in feeding, mustering, handling, and health checks of livestock.
• Monitoring stock health and ensuring best animal welfare practices.
• Managing livestock records and ensuring accurate reporting.

Broadacre Cropping Operations

• Participation in seeding, spraying, fertilizing, and harvesting of crops.
• Ensuring paddock maintenance and overseeing crop health.
• Monitoring and adjusting irrigation practices as needed.

Machinery Operation & Maintenance

• Operating modern farm machinery, including tractors, sprayers, and harvesters.
• Performing routine servicing and maintenance of farm equipment.
• Troubleshooting minor mechanical issues and assisting with repairs.

Leadership & Training

• Assisting with mentoring and training junior staff in farm operations.
• Ensuring adherence to best farming practices and safety regulations.
• Leading by example to maintain a strong work ethic within the team.

Safety & Compliance

• Implementing and maintaining workplace safety standards.
• Ensuring compliance with OH&S/WHS regulations.
• Keeping up-to-date records of safety procedures and incidents.

What We’re Looking For

To excel in this role, you should have:

• At least 5 years of farm operations experience, specifically in broadacre cropping and livestock management.
• Strong knowledge of modern farming machinery and equipment.
• Leadership and communication skills to train and support junior team members.
• A proactive, safety-conscious, and problem-solving attitude.
• Ability to work independently and within a team during peak seasons.

Qualifications & Licenses

• Full Driver’s License (Essential).
• AQF 3 Chemical Accreditation (ChemCERT).
• Tertiary qualification in Agriculture (Desirable but not mandatory).
• Experience with GPS and precision farming technology (Preferred).
• Heavy Vehicle Driver’s License (Preferred but not required).

Work Conditions & Environment

As a Senior Farm Worker, you will work in an outdoor setting with varying weather conditions. The role involves physical labor, including lifting, bending, and machinery operation. Extended hours may be required during peak seasons such as seeding and harvesting. Compliance with workplace health and safety standards is a must.

Why Join KLK Farms?

At KLK Farms, we believe in fostering a supportive and rewarding work environment. Here’s what we offer:

Competitive Salary & Benefits

• Attractive salary package between $80,000 – $100,000 per year.
• A well-structured remuneration package under the Pastoral Award 2020.

Career Growth & Development

• Opportunity to work with a high-performing and forward-thinking agricultural team.
• Training programs, including industry certifications and technical workshops.
• Exposure to cutting-edge farming technology and precision agriculture.

Balanced Work-Life Culture

• Northampton, WA, offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with great outdoor activities like fishing, pig chasing, and camping.
• KLK Farms promotes a healthy work-life balance, ensuring a sustainable and rewarding career in agriculture.

How to Apply

📩 To apply, send your resume and cover letter to fms@fmswa.com.au or contact Andrew Wylie at 0447 059 808 for more details.

📅 Applications close 15th March 2025. Don’t miss this opportunity to build a successful career in a leading agricultural enterprise.

Join KLK Farms and Shape the Future of Agriculture!