Cropping Leading Hand - Data at WAM

Merredin, Western Australia, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Machinery Operations, GPS Guidance, Telemetry, Digital Planning Tools, Precision Agriculture, Data Capture, AgWorld, Performance Tracking, Staff Training, Mentoring, Safe Practices, Grain Quality Testing, Grain Storage, Team Development, Initiative, Self-Motivation

Industry

Farming

Description

Company Description Why working at Warakirri Cropping is for you? You want to work for an Australian owned, safety first, family oriented, innovative, large scale cropping organisation. With over 155,000 hectares under management across Australia you will work for a significant grain producer. What lifestyle will you find on the farm? The farm Mawarra is situated in the eastern wheatbelt region of Western Australia, approximately 30 km east of Merredin and 300 km (a 3-hour drive) east of Perth. The Mawarra aggregation covers 24,054 arable hectares and operates a modern fleet of on-farm machinery. At Mawarra, we use the latest equipment, precision agriculture systems, and farm management technology. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys both hands-on farming and the data behind high performing operations. The farm is strongly focused on planning, timing, and execution. This is a great opportunity to build your career in modern broadacre farming, working with technology and a high performing team. There will be a comfortable accommodation that comes with this position. Job Description What does a Leading Hand - Data at Warakirri Cropping do? Coordinate machinery operations using GPS guidance, telemetry, and digital planning tools Support precision agriculture activities such as variable rate applications and paddock data capture Ensure accurate recording of operational data in AgWorld to support performance tracking and continuous improvement Work closely with the Farm Manager to review efficiency, timing, and output metrics during seeding and harvest Train and mentor staff not only in machinery operation but also in technology use and safe modern practices Operate farm machinery for various tasks, including but not limited to spraying, paddock preparation, planting, spreading, cartage, and harvest. Coordinate with external parties, such as contractors and delivery drivers. Assist in the testing and recording of grain quality, as well as ensuring the safe storage and handling of grain during and after harvest. Foster a learning environment at Warakirri Cropping, where staff are encouraged to ask questions and learn new things, with a strong focus on staff development. Qualifications Do you recognise yourself in the following statements? You have a passion for the newest agricultural technology and enjoy data-driven cropping farming. You bring broadacre cropping experience as a Senior Farm Hand/Senior Machinery Operator or Leading Hand. Class MC Driver’s License (preferred but not essential). You have a sound knowledge of growing dryland winter crops. You have experience in the operation of large-scale cropping plant and equipment. A willingness to learn, adopt new practices, and further develop personal skills while working in a team environment is what others pride you on. Your skill to mentor and coach others is one of your strengths, and you have demonstrated this previously. You have a high level of initiative and self-motivation. Current chemical users’ certificate or you are open to obtaining one via us. Additional Information What makes Warakirri unique? We offer a comfortable family home and attractive salary packages based on experience. A true safety focus across the entire company. Safety first, what’s the rush. A strong focus on fatigue management and work hours. We pride ourselves on work life balance. The opportunity to meet with other farm teams from across Australia to exchange ideas learn about new equipment and have some fun along the way. These open and honest collaboration events are unique to Warakirri. Opportunities to grow your career both on the farm or with broader horizons. Learning and development of our people is a strong focus at all levels of the organisation. An organisation that has made commitments to sustainability and is putting that into action. Industry leading parental leave for both primary and secondary caregiver. Being part of a fun WhatsApp group with all the other employees where you get to see what is going on across the other farms in the Warakirri Cropping portfolio. You probably want to hit “apply” now, but if you have any additional questions, feel free to reach out to Niki Bosman at [email protected] Department: Mawarra

Responsibilities

The Leading Hand - Data coordinates machinery operations and supports precision agriculture activities. They also train staff and ensure accurate data recording for performance tracking.