Farm Hand Operator

Join Us for Harvest 2026

We are currently recruiting seasonal operators and farm hands to support harvest programs across several large-scale broadacre cropping operations throughout Australia.

These roles will work as part of farm teams during the upcoming 2026 harvest season, operating modern machinery and supporting day-to-day harvest activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate broadacre harvest machinery, including headers, tractors and support equipment
• Operate chaser bins and grain handling equipment
• Assist with grain cartage, storage and general harvest operations
• Support general farm activities as required
• Work safely as part of a team during busy harvest operations

About You

We are looking for motivated and reliable people who enjoy working in a hands-on agricultural environment. You might be a seasoned harvest worker, or just starting out.

Experience in any of the following will be highly regarded:

• Header operation
• Chaser bin operation
• Grain handling
• Tractor or machinery operation
• Previous broadacre cropping or harvest experience

You will also have:

• A strong work ethic and ability to work extended hours during harvest
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• A valid driver’s licence and Australian Working Rights
• Willingness to work in regional locations
• Previous experience using John Deere Ops Centre - Desirable

What’s On Offer

• Competitive hourly rates based on experience
• Work within modern, safe and large-scale farming operations
• Accomodation provided
• Potential for ongoing employment after harvest

About the Locations

Faulkner Farming, Wilga Farming Australia and Meldora Land Management are mixed farming enterprises, which include the development of natural assets such as carbon sequestration and biodiversity.

At Faulkner Farming we manage mixed farming properties on behalf of institutional investors, with a strong focus on modern and innovative sustainable practices.

Roles available near Inverell NSW, Gunnedah NSW and Meningie SA.

At Wilga Farming Australia we’re building resilient, productive mixed farming systems grounded in sustainable land stewardship principles, continuous improvement and genuine care for the environment and communities.

Roles available near Inverell NSW, Gilgandra NSW and Albany WA.

At Meldora Land Management we integrate regenerative cropping and livestock production with ecological restoration to deliver productive, resilient and sustainable farming systems.

Roles available near Emerald/Springsure QLD and Pretty Pine NSW

Apply Now

If you’re ready to be part of Harvest 2026 and want to work with progressive farming operations across Australia, we would love to hear from you.

Submit your application today.

Company Overview

Gunn Agri Partners was established in 2013 and provides agricultural investment and farm management services for Australian, North American and European investors. Our company adopts an industry-leading framework that integrates sustainability in the design and delivery of its strategies and a mandate to transparently report against investor’s target outcomes. Gunn Agri manages $1.2bn of assets and commitments managed by the following platforms: Gunn Agri Cattle Fund: northern Australian grass-fed cattle, row cropping and natural asset development. The operating entity established in 2015 is Cunningham Cattle Co. Pty Ltd. Wollemi Farms: investing in permanent crop assets such as macadamias, avocados, and stone fruit across the eastern seaboard of Australia. The operating entity established in 2021 is Wollemi Farms Pty Ltd. Transforming Farming: mixed farming enterprises, which includes the development of natural assets such as carbon sequestration and biodiversity. The operating entity established in 2021 is Faulkner Farming Pty Ltd. Wilga Farming (Australia): mixed farming enterprises, which includes the development of natural assets such as carbon sequestration and biodiversity. The operating entity established in 2023 is Wilga Farming (Australia) Pty Ltd. Meldora: mixed farming enterprises which includes the development of carbon sequestration and biodiversity projects.