Farm Hand / Maintenance Assistant (Pakenham Area)

Do you know the difference between a fence post and a star picket? Can reverse a trailer without ending up in another postcode? Don’t mind early mornings, muddy boots, livestock drama, or tractors with “personality”? If so, keep reading. We’re looking for a Farm Hand / Maintenance Assistant to join our properties in the Pakenham area. This is not a “sit in the ute and look busy” type of role. This is real, hands-on Australian farm work involving livestock, machinery, pasture management, fencing, irrigation, cropping and plenty of variety. We are also working towards becoming an officially recognised biodynamic (“bio”) farm, with a strong focus on sustainable farming, healthy animals, healthy soil and doing things properly. This role will suit someone who enjoys varied farm work, takes pride in their work, and is eager to learn from highly experienced operators. You will be working closely alongside a very hands-on farmer who has been farming for more than 60 years. They are extremely knowledgeable and have developed proven farming methods through decades of practical experience. The right candidate will have the opportunity to learn an enormous amount from someone deeply passionate about traditional farming values and quality workmanship. If you are looking for a role that represents the epitome of authentic Australian farm work, this could be the opportunity for you. Your daily duties may include but are not limited to:
- General labouring duties
- Fencing and repairs
- Mowing grass and maintaining paddocks and fields
- Spraying approved pesticides, biological treatments or fertilisers
- Driving utes, motorbikes, tractors and quad bikes
- Managing irrigation systems
- Working with livestock, including feeding, health monitoring and pasture rotation
- Handling animals with confidence, patience and care
- Assisting with calving/lambing and caring for newborn animals
- Developing and maintaining healthy pastures
- Harvesting crops and hay baling
- Mechanical diagnostics and repairs
- Operating heavy machinery
- General farm and property maintenance
- Working with third-party contractors where required
- Assisting with ongoing improvements focused on sustainable and biodynamic farming practices To be considered for this position, the successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:
- Drivers Licence
- Ability to work efficiently and safely with minimal supervision
- Tractor experience is essential
- Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability
- Confidence working around livestock and animals
- A strong work ethic and positive attitude
- Good communication skills
- High level of initiative and reliability
- Commitment to safety and farm culture
- Experience with irrigation systems and farm equipment
- Physical fitness and solid time management skills
- Willingness to learn traditional, hands-on farming methods
- A genuine interest in sustainable or biodynamic farming practices Own hand tools would be highly regarded. This is an excellent opportunity for someone wanting to immerse themselves in real farm life, gain valuable practical experience, and contribute to a property focused on long-term sustainability and quality farming practices. If you’re up to the challenge, please apply below. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3r3e8j