Farm Operator

Company description:

Goulburn Valley Region Water Corporation

Job description:

Goulburn Valley Water (GVW) provides quality water and wastewater services to 54 towns in North Central Victoria. Our purpose is to support healthy and prosperous communities.

Love working with livestock and being outdoors?

Join Goulburn Valley Water's Farming Operations Team and play a hands-on role in operating and maintaining a diverse farming enterprise at our Shepparton Wastewater Management Facility.

Working with sheep, cattle, irrigation systems, pastures and cropping operations, you'll play an important role in supporting sustainable farming practices while helping deliver efficient and productive farming outcomes.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about agriculture, animal welfare and working as part of a close-knit team, while benefiting from the security and career opportunities offered by a large regional organisation.

Qualifications in Agriculture and/or relevant farm experience will support your success in this role, along with a strong commitment to safety and sustainable farming practices.

About your new role...

Goulburn Valley Water (GVW) operates a farming enterprise across multiple locations, delivering sustainable, efficient and profitable commercial farming operations. While GVW's core business will always be water, our farming activities complement our broader operations and offer a unique learning environment with a small, dedicated team.

In this role based at our Wastewater Management Facility on the outskirts of Shepparton, you will work within the Farming Operations team and support the Central Wastewater Process team when required. You may also have opportunities to work across GVW's operational districts, from Cobram to Marysville, depending on business needs.

Your main responsibilities will include irrigation, livestock (animal husbandry), pasture management, cropping and general farm maintenance.

You'll contribute to sustainable farming practices and play a key role in supporting modern farming systems and innovative approaches across our farming operations.

About you...

We're looking for someone with:

• Experience in a commercial farming environment, including livestock, pasture and cropping operations, will be highly regarded
• A passion for animal health and wellbeing
• Knowledge of farming operations, including irrigation, pasture management, general farm maintenance and animal husbandry
• A strong commitment to workplace health and safety
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• A positive attitude, willingness to learn and an enjoyment of outdoor work
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Physical capability to perform farming/wastewater related tasks
• Minimum Year 11 education
• Cert 3 in Agriculture (or willingness to undertake and complete supported study)
• Willingness to participate in after-hours, weekend and seasonal farming activities when required
• Please note all applicants must be an Australian Citizen, permanent resident or hold a visa permitting you to work in Australia and hold a current driver's licence.

Where you'll be working...

Don't take our word for the amazing liveability/lifestyle benefits of the regions we service, check out these sites to learn about where you could work and play; Greater Shepparton region, Go Seymour, Go Nagambie, Strathbogie and Destination Cobram.

What you'll get...

You will have the opportunity to join a diverse and inclusive organisation with strong ties to our regional community.

• Classification GVW2: $60,255 - $80,888 plus superannuation (starting salary negotiable based upon relevant, qualifications, skills, and experience)
• Full time - ongoing
• Shepparton based - regional lifestyle benefits
• Work/life balance - includes rostered days off (12 per year) and options to purchase additional leave.
• This role attracts additional remuneration through allowances and participation in an on-call roster
• Enjoy working outdoors in a varied, hands-on farming environment
• An organisation committed to OHS and safe working practices and the wellbeing of its staff including flu vaccinations, skin checks and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Strong leadership team
• Supportive team culture
• Encouragement and support to pursue professional growth and development opportunities
• Annual performance and development reviews that recognise achievements and support career growth
• Flexible, diverse, and inclusive workplace

For further information on this position, you are encouraged to contact Nick Boyd - Farm Coordinator on

[0447 303 895](tel:0447 303 895)

**Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis; therefore, we encourage a timely submission of your application as we may close this position early if a suitable applicant is identified.

Interested?

Please visit our website to view the position description and to apply via our online portal.

*Please note, when you click the apply button you will be taken to the online application form. Here you will be asked to provide personal and contact details and respond to employment related questions. You will be required to attach your cover letter, resume, and address key selection criteria when prompted

Goulburn Valley Water is an equal opportunity employer valuing all people, diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives

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