Senior Broadacre Crop and Livestock Manager

About Fairview Food
Fairview Food is a broadacre cropping and livestock enterprise dedicated to sustainable, science-based farming practices. Operating across the Central Wheatbelt, we manage wheat, barley, oats, canola, and sheep enterprises. We are committed to soil health, long-term productivity, and the development of our people.We Offer:

• Supportive team environment
• On the job training, and additional off farm training opportunities
• Career and industry progression
• Competitive hourly salaries
• Modern machinery
• Accomodation
• Work transport
• Gender equal working environment

Position OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Senior Broadacre Crop and Livestock Worker to support farm operations and assist with the management of cropping and livestock enterprises. This senior role requires practical expertise, leadership in daily operations, and the ability to work with modern machinery and farm systems.Key Responsibilities
Cropping Operations

• Operate and maintain large-scale modern farm machinery (tractors, seeders, sprayers, harvesters, and trucks).
• Assist with land preparation, seeding, fertiliser application, spraying, harvest operations, and grain handling/storage.
• Monitor crop growth, weeds, pests, and disease; carry out management actions under direction of farm managers and agronomists.
• Record paddock operations and input usage accurately for compliance and sustainability reporting.

Livestock Operations

• Daily management of Merino and crossbred sheep including feeding, mustering, lambing, drenching, shearing, and animal welfare monitoring.
• Maintenance of fencing, water systems, and confinement feeding infrastructure.
• Assist with genetic selection and breeding programs to improve flock performance.

Farm & Team Leadership

• Supervise and train junior staff and seasonal workers.
• Undertake machinery pre-start checks, safe operation, and minor mechanical servicing.
• Implement and adhere to WHS standards, biosecurity protocols, and environmental compliance.
• Work collaboratively with agronomists, contractors, and management to deliver seasonal production targets.

Skills & Experience Required

• Minimum 2 years full-time experience in broadacre cropping and/or livestock operations.
• Demonstrated ability to operate and maintain large modern farm machinery with GPS guidance systems (e.g., John Deere GreenStar).
• Strong livestock husbandry knowledge across breeding, feeding, and health programs.
• Mechanical aptitude for troubleshooting and undertaking routine maintenance.
• Proven ability to supervise or guide farm workers and seasonal employees.
• Sound knowledge of WHS, biosecurity, and sustainable farming practices.
• Physically fit, reliable, and able to work flexible hours including weekends/peak seasonal periods.

QualificationsFormal agricultural qualifications are not mandatory but will be highly regarded. Equivalent experience in broadacre farming will be considered. Current driver's licence essential; MC or HC truck licence desirable.Sponsorship EligibilityThis role is eligible for Temporary Skill Shortage (482) visa sponsorship. Fairview Food will support the right candidate in the visa process and career development in Australian agriculture. Candidate must be able to demonstrate 2+ years in Agriculture.Australian work authorisation is required at the time of application.