Farmhand (Beef and Potato Farming) Job in Western Australia

If you have farm experience and want a full-time job in Western Australia with accommodation available, this opening could suit you. Green Valley Farm Pemberton is hiring two Farmhands for its beef and potato farm in Pemberton. The pay is AUD 37.50 to 45 per hour, and an immediate start is available.

About the Company

Green Valley Farm Pemberton is a mixed farm in the South West of Western Australia. It grows potatoes and raises beef cattle. Its farmhands work with the Production Manager to improve how much the farm produces. The job post does not share more background, so if you have official details about the farm, send them over and I’ll add them.

Job at a Glance

• Job Title: Farmhand (Beef and Potato Farming)
• Company: Green Valley Farm Pemberton
• Vacancies: 2
• Location: Pemberton, South West Western Australia, Australia
• Job Type: Full-time
• Work Type: On-site
• Pay: AUD 37.50 to 45 per hour
• Start Date: Immediate
• Accommodation: Available to the right candidate
• Who Can Apply: Australian citizens and permanent residents only
• Last Date to Apply: Not announced. The job was posted 19 days ago and has high application volume, so apply as early as possible.

What You Will Be Doing

Your main job is to help with both the potato crops and the cattle. Your duties include:

Potato farming

• Helping with the whole potato growing cycle, from planting to harvest.

Livestock care

• Monitoring the animals and reporting any health or welfare concerns.
• Vaccinating, feeding, and helping with breeding and calving.
• Preparing animals for sale, following the rules.

Machinery

• Operating, repairing, and maintaining farm machinery and equipment.

Teamwork

• Working on your own or in a team.
• Working with the Production Manager to improve farm output.

Education and Experience Required

• The company has not listed a degree. Basic schooling is usually enough for this role.
• At least one year of experience in a farming role is required.
• Certificates in chemical application, safety, and forklift operation are ideal.
• A Heavy Rigid (HR) truck licence is preferred.
• You must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident. Overseas applicants and temporary visa holders cannot apply.

Key Skills

• Ability to work alone or in a team.
• Good physical fitness for an active farm role.
• Flexibility with variable and seasonal hours.
• Knowledge of livestock health and care.
• Understanding of workplace health and safety.

Salary and Benefits

The pay is AUD 37.50 to 45 per hour. For a full-time schedule, this works out to roughly AUD 78,000 to 94,000 per year before tax. This is only an estimate, and the exact amount depends on your hours and experience.

Accommodation is available to the right candidate. Other benefits are not mentioned, so please ask the employer about leave, superannuation, and accommodation costs.

Application Questions

When you apply, you will be asked:

• What is your right to work in Australia?
• Do you have a current Australian driver’s licence?
• Do you own or have regular access to a car?
• How many years of experience do you have as a farmhand?
• Can you work outside usual hours, such as weekends, evenings, and public holidays?
• Have you worked in a role that needs a good understanding of workplace health and safety?
• Are you willing to relocate for this role?

Answer all questions honestly.

Last Date to Apply

The closing date has not been announced. The job has high application volume, so apply as soon as possible.

How to Apply

First, click the Apply Now button. Then go to the company’s website, enter your CV and all your information, and click Submit Form.