Farm Assistant
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Job no: 508304
Work type: Ongoing full-time
Location: Yanco
Categories: Agriculture
- Ongoing Full-Time Opportunity
- Location: Yanco
- Salary starting from Operational Staff Grade 1 $59,327 plus superannuation and leave loading
Diversity and inclusion are core DPIRD values. Everyone has the right to contribute and participate to their full potential. We are committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive culture that is respectful, welcoming and flexible – a workplace where our people feel supported, valued, and part of our collective success.
About the Role
As a Farm Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in the day-to-day operations of our farm. You'll be hands-on with everything from crop production and livestock care to machinery operation and grounds maintenance. No two days will be the same!
Key duties of the role include
- Undertake general crop, pasture, animal and farm operations
- Horticultural activities such as irrigation scheduling, pruning, herbicide and insecticide spraying, harvest, and cover cropping
- Handle livestock and maintain the welfare of farm animals
- Operate and maintain tractors and other farm equipment
- Maintain farm and grounds as required including fencing, road works maintenance, and repair of Department buildings, plant and structures
- Accurately record details of stock, paddock, chemical and machinery usage and of maintenance
- Work as part of a team to support the research work of the Department
Essential requirements
- Current NSW Driver Licence
- Chemical Accreditation AQF 3
- Current forklift licence or eligibility to obtain
Apply now and help shape the future!
When applying you will need to submit a resume and cover letter (no more than 2 pages) outlining your experience skills and capabilities that align to the role.
If you’d like to know more about the role, please click here to view the role description.
Application Closing Date: Sunday 6th July 2025 at 11:55pm
Additionally, if you would like to hear more about this role, please contact Joe Valenzisi, Site Manager,
joe.valenzisi@dpi.nsw.gov.au 0269512652
About Us: Together, we are DPIRD
The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies.
Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils, minerals, waterways and oceans, vegetation and forests.
The department brings together:
- Agriculture and Biosecurity
- Regional Development and Delivery.
With nearly 5,000 employees, and 75 per cent of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve.
Additional Information
If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to talent.advisory@dpird.nsw.gov.au or contact the hiring manager listed above for a confidential discussion.
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months. The successful applicant in this role will be required to undergo reference checks, National Police Check and Bankruptcy Check.
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