Spray Tractor Operator (Orchards)

If you know tractors, a fruit orchard near Hammarsdale has steady work for you. This role rewards consistency more than flash.

You'll be based at a fruit orchard in Hammarsdale. Living nearby, or on a taxi route to it, really helps. You'll start with a short induction before working on your own.

• Mix and apply sprays exactly as the farm manager prescribes
• Report breakdowns and help the mechanic with repairs
• Clear firebreaks and grade farm roads when needed
• Operate combine harvesters during harvest season
• Check oil, water, tyres and grease points before starting
• Record hours, fuel and fields worked on the job card
• Plant rows straight, using GPS guidance where the tractor has it

• Reliable and sober on duty
• Basic understanding of implements and settings
• At least 2 years driving tractors on a farm
• Willing to work long hours in planting and harvest seasons
• Safe driver who respects chemical and machine safety
• Can read job cards and spray instructions

• Experience with GPS guidance or auto-steer
• Basic mechanical skills

• Harvest bonus at season end
• Overtime paid during planting and harvest
• Training on new machinery

• List the machines you can drive and the implements you have used. Farmers want to know if you can plant, spray or harvest on day one.
• A reference from a previous farmer is gold. Ask for it before you leave any farm job.