Technical Farm Hand

• Full time, continuing role. Located at the Arthursleigh Farm Main Shearing Shed (E24B) in Marulan

• Apply your technical skills in the pasture, livestock and cropping programs at Arthursleigh Farm

• Base Salary HEO6, $112,026 p.a. + 17% Superannuation

About the opportunity

The University of Sydney is looking for a skilled and committed Technical Farm Hand for its Arthursleigh Farm. The Technical Farm Hand is responsible for the maintenance and repair program for machinery and equipment to ensure vehicles, cropping plant, sheep handling equipment and general facilities are in good, effective working order.

The Technical Farm Hand will support farm operations particularly in connection with the execution of the cropping, pasture, and livestock programs at Arthursleigh Farm.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• be responsible for the machinery and equipment maintenance and repair program to ensure vehicles, cropping plant, sheep handling

• be responsible for facilitating the farm cropping and pasture program through the operation of tractors, seeders, and spraying equipment to prepare fields with chemical applications, sow crops and pastures, apply fertilizers and chemicals for weed and pest control as required

• coordinate with the Manager of Operations and Farm Agronomist to implement cropping programs using varieties, rates and techniques as designed and directed

• keep comprehensive records of cropping activities documenting timing, rates and conditions of chemical applications, seed, and fertiliser rates etc

• assist in harvest of grain and fodder and the movement of grain and produce around the farm storage system as required.

• use and adapt to new technologies in particular RFID Tagging, satellite navigation and data recording applications

• ensure all duties are carried out in a safe manner and in accordance with University WHS policies

About you

• ability to weld and carry out basic mechanical repairs and maintenance of farm machinery including tractors, boom sprays, seeders, 4WDs, UTV, small engines and various other equipment

• demonstrated ability to operate tractors, boom sprays and sowing equipment including knowledge and capability in calibration techniques and use of satellite and auto steer navigation

• certificate 3 or equivalent in Agriculture (desired)

• hold a current Chemcert Accreditation and hold a current Class 1 NSW Driver’s License

• demonstrated knowledge of agricultural practices in the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales, in particular cropping and pasture establishment and working knowledge of animal husbandry techniques for sheep and cattle

• mechanical aptitude and the ability to carry out maintenance required to keep farm equipment in good working condition

• previous employment in farming /cropping enterprises.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement 

At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. 

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion. 

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. 

For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard.  Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.

For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Kevin Lim, Recruitment Operations by email to kevin.lim@sydney.edu.au.        

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