Senior Farm Hand - Narrabri

Job description

Full time, continuing position, located in Narrabri at the University of Sydney Plant Breeding Institute Work on a large‑scale, industry‑leading university farm supporting commercial grain production, research and cutting‑edge agricultural innovation Base Salary $90,155 - $95,259 + 17% superannuation About the opportunity: We are currently seeking a Senior Farm Hand to support the day‑to‑day farming operations at the University of Sydney’s Narrabri Farms, contributing to commercial grain production, research, digital agriculture and teaching activities. Working closely with the Manager, Farm Operations and a small technical team, this role plays a key part in ensuring farm activities are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with best practice for the region. Your key responsibilities will be to: work closely with the Manager, Farm Operations and technical officers to support farming operations support the implementation of management plans for the Narrabri Farms operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment to support grain, research and teaching activities coordinate and liaise with contractors and consultants as required assist with field operations, demonstrations, fiel...