Griffith is one of Australia’s most vibrant and cosmopolitan regional centres.
With a population of 27,000, Griffith exudes a rich blend of cultures and traditions. Today, more than seventy nationalities add to our cultural tapestry including Italian, Indian, Afghani and Pacific Communities.
Life in Griffith revolves around food, wine, sport and family. The annual festivals are a wonderful time to visit, as they showcase our local food and world-class wines, friendly people and colourful cultures. Fall in love with Griffith, and explore the many wonderful opportunities for employment for people seeking a tree change.
Griffith, Hanwood, Yenda, Lake Wyangan, Yoogali, Bilbul, Beelbangera, Tharbogang.
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Griffith Airport serves as a vital hub for both Rex and Qantas flights, providing essential connections from Griffith to Sydney.
Griffith Buslines offer a range of convenient services, both within the town and to surrounding areas such as Bilbul, Yenda, Darlington Point, Hanwood, and Mayfair.
Griffith Taxis: For quick and reliable transport, simply dial 131 008 to reach Griffith Taxis.
Prestige Car Hire: Need a private transport option? Contact Prestige Car Hire at 0428 121 388 or via email.
Melbourne XPT: Experience comfortable travel with the Melbourne XPT, which operates twice daily between Melbourne and Sydney. This service includes stops at Cootamundra and/or Wagga Wagga, with a connecting coach service to Griffith.
Griffith XPLORER: On Wednesdays and Saturdays, the Griffith XPLORER offers a direct route from Sydney to Griffith, providing additional travel options for passengers.
These transport services, from flights at Griffith Airport to the convenience of Griffith Buslines, taxis, and car hire options, ensure that travelers have a range of choices for their journeys. Whether commuting within Griffith or traveling to nearby towns or major cities like Sydney and Melbourne, these services aim to make transportation hassle-free and accessible.
Griffith is the agricultural powerhouse of the Riverina, servicing a population catchment of over 55,000. The agricultural industry in Griffith is diverse, and includes wineries, citrus, poultry, rice, grain, nuts, cotton and more. Griffith also has a strong construction industry, mainly consisting of small, privately owned companies. Healthcare is a significant industry, Griffith is part of the Murrumbidgee Local Health District.
Griffith has skills gaps in information media and telecommunications, financial and insurance services, and technical/scientific services. There are opportunities for investment in housing and agritourism.
Job Description
We're looking for a Farm Hand to join our team.
This is a hands-on role with plenty of variety. Depending on the season, you could be operating machinery, helping with irrigation, maintaining farm infrastructure, supporting planting and harvest activities, or completing general farm work.
You'll work as part of a close-knit team and be supported to learn new skills and take on more responsibility as you develop.
In this role, you will:
* Operate tractors, farm machinery and equipment safely and responsibly.
* Assist with planting, spraying, irrigation, harvesting and other seasonal farm activities.
* Carry out general farm maintenance, repairs and property upkeep.
* Complete basic machinery checks and help keep equipment clean, maintained and ready to use.
* Identify issues early and let your Manager know when something doesn't look right.
* Follow farm procedures and safe work practices.
* Keep work areas, machinery and facilities clean and organised.
* Other duties as required.
About the Employer
GO.FARM is an Australian-owned, high-conviction agricultural investor, developer and manager with a clear purpose: to transform Australian agriculture.
We identify underutilised and undercapitalised agricultural assets and reimagine them through land use change, investment in people, and adoption of climate-smart technologies. Our investment decisions and operations are underpinned by our Responsible Agriculture Framework, which guides our stewardship of natural capital, people and communities.
About the Candidate
You're reliable, practical and enjoy working outdoors. You take pride in doing a good job, look after the equipment you use and are happy to pitch in wherever the team needs a hand.
You don't need to know everything when you start. A good attitude, willingness to learn and strong work ethic are just as important to us as previous experience.
To be successful in this role, you'll ideally bring:
* Previous experience working on a farm, with machinery or in another hands-on environment
* Confidence operating machinery, or a willingness to learn.
* A current driver's licence.
* A practical approach to problem-solving.
* Reliability and the ability to work well as part of a team.
* A strong commitment to working safely.
* Flexibility to work additional hours during busy seasonal periods when required.
Work Environment
We want GO.FARM to be a place where good people can build a long-term career in agriculture.
You'll benefit from:
* Real investment in your development, including 5% of your annual salary dedicated to learning.
* Wellbeing programs that support your financial, physical and mental health.
* A values-led culture built on being humble, caring, respectful, courageous, curious, solutions focused, driven and fun.
* Flexibility through enhanced leave options, salary sacrifice opportunities and competitive incentives.
Griffith is in the heart of the Wiradjuri nation, and many members of our community are Wiradjuri people, often originating from surrounding areas such as Narrandera and Darlington Point. Our community also includes people who are descended from other language groups such as Yota Yota people, Ngiyampaa people and Paakantji people.
Griffith was created as part of the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area (MIA) project, a plan to supply irrigation from the Murrumbidgee river to open up western New South Wales for farming. The town plan for Griffith was designed by Walter Burley Griffin. Griffith was proclaimed as a city in 1987.
Griffith boasts diverse recreational opportunities. Wine enthusiasts can indulge in vineyard tours and tastings, while outdoor lovers can explore Cocoparra National Park’s hiking trails and scenic vistas. The city offers sports facilities for tennis, golf and more, along with water-based activities at Lake Wyangan and the renewed Sporting Facility which includes an Olympic sized outdoor pool.
Cultural experiences include art galleries, local markets, and community events, such as the Griffith Easter Party and the Italian Festival, With its mix of nature, sports, and cultural offerings, Griffith provides a well-rounded range of recreational activities for residents and visitors alike.
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