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Senior Farm Hand – Central NSW (Forbes Region)

Uah • Forbes, New South Wales 2871, Australia • Full-time

Description

Permanent Role | Big Machines | Bigger Horizons

Are you ready to step into a role where the dust settles only when the job’s done right? We’re on the lookout for a motivated Senior Farm Hand to join our team in the beautiful Central West NSW, near Forbes. This is your chance to grow your career on a broadacre cropping operation that blends innovation, great people, and purpose-built farming practices.

What you’ll be doing:

You’ll be working closely with the Operations Manager to keep the wheels turning—literally—on a large-scale cropping aggregation. Think modern gear, high-end tech, and a team that values smart, safe, and efficient work.

What’s in the package?

💼 Competitive salary + paid overtime

🚜 On-farm accommodation, work vehicle, and utilities included

🛡️ Salary protection insurance (we’ve got your back)

📱 Cutting-edge ag tech and machinery to play with

🌱 Real opportunities to grow your career

A bit about you:

You’re not just handy—you’re hands-on, forward-thinking, and passionate about ag. You bring:

✔️ A ‘lead by example’ attitude – you hold yourself and your team to high standards

✔️ A knack for people – you get that relationships drive results

✔️ An open mind – curious, adaptable, and always up for learning something new

✔️ Problem-solving skills with a dash of creative flair (bonus points for thinking outside the paddock)

✔️ A strong sense of humour and resilience when the pressure’s on

✔️ Initiative in spades – you see what needs doing and get it done

What we need from you:

🌾 Minimum 2 years’ experience in broadacre grain cropping

🔧 Confidence with the operation and maintenance of machinery and chemical handling

📋 Strong attention to detail (especially with record keeping and WHS)

🗣️ Excellent communication skills – with team, managers, and suppliers

🧠 Leadership skills and a practical, process-driven approach

What we’ll give you in return:

🌟 A genuine focus on career and personal development

💼 Competitive salary + paid overtime

💪 A workplace culture where safety and wellbeing aren’t just buzzwords

🏥 Access to our Employee Wellbeing Program – includes counselling, medical & skin checks, and an annual wellbeing allowance

If this sounds like the kind of job you’ve been looking for—where you’re valued, supported, and part of a down-to-earth team doing great work—then we’d love to hear from you.

Role Type

On-site • Permanent • Full-time • 12+ months Experience

Company Overview

Lawson Grains is one of Australia’s leading corporate farmer through investments in People, Environments and Best Practice. This has been achieved through a team of passionate people and stakeholders who are engaged in the industry for the long run.
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