Are you a competent machinery operator with a keen interest in the science behind the harvest? Brill Ag is seeking a dedicated Leading Hand to join their diverse agricultural operation near Ganmain, NSW. This isn't your average tractor-driving role; it is a unique opportunity to blend high-level broadacre farming with precise R & D trial work. If you are looking for a position that offers variety, professional growth, and the chance to influence the future of Australian agronomy, we want to hear from you. The Employer: Brill Ag is a multifaceted business that extends far beyond the farm gate. They operate a commercial dryland cropping business, an agronomy R & D arm, and a consultancy service. Your work here directly contributes to real-world impact by developing and communicating applied agronomy practices to farmers throughout southern NSW. The team at Brill Ag values innovation and connection, offering an environment where you are exposed to many different farming systems and industry leaders, with trial sites spanning a 200km radius. As the Leading Hand, your primary responsibility will be the operation and maintenance of machinery across both broadacre farming and small-plot R & D operations, in addition to liaising with casual staff. The broadacre side consists of 1,400 HA of continuous cropping with wheat, barley, canola, faba beans, lupins and and vetch. Working with the existing team of staff, your role will include spraying, spreading, seeding, and harvesting, as well as truck driving and site maintenance. The R & D component adds a layer of precision, requiring you to assist with trial operations such as sampling plots and soil testing. You will be working with a variety of crops, including wheat, barley, canola, and pulses, utilising everything from large-scale tractors to specialised analytical equipment. The Offer An attractive remuneration package, commensurate with experience and skills, will be negotiated with the successful applicant. You will be provided with a work ute for travel to and from work, which includes some private travel provisions. Understanding the importance of professional development, the employer is committed to providing training and learning opportunities. To support your work-life balance, you will also receive 10 days of flex leave. Assistance with sourcing accommodation will be provided to the right applicant, including a rental subsidy for local housing. The property is located 10 km from Ganmain, with a school bus route running along the road. You are conveniently positioned 25 km from Coolamon and 65 km from Wagga Wagga. The local community offers various sporting options, including AFL, cricket, netball, tennis, and fitness groups, with even more options available in nearby Wagga Wagga. The Ideal Candidate The ultimate candidate for this role is a competent and thorough individual who is genuinely interested in the intersection of production farming and agricultural science. Attention to Detail: You must maintain a high quality of work, especially when managing precise R & D trial operations Motivated Self-Starter: You are someone who takes initiative and is capable of forward planning Prepared and Organised: You can manage multiple tasks efficiently, from machinery maintenance to scientific sampling and liaising with casual staff Flexible: You are able to pivot from task to task, sometimes at short notice Enjoys Research and Trial Work: You have a natural curiosity for agronomy and enjoy the technical nature of small-plot work. Register your interest If you feel that you're the right fit for this position, please submit an up-to-date resume along with the contact details of 3 references. Preference will be given to those who supply a cover letter addressing their suitability - that is, tell us what you love about the role and how you think you're the right fit. For further information, please call Bec on 0455 215 976 or email bec@droverag.com.au
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