Farm 2IC, MOREE NSW

16th September, 2026

Step into one of the Border region's best farming opportunities-a cropping enterprise between Moree and Goondiwindi offering leadership responsibility, modern CASE machinery, excellent workshop facilities and a genuine role in shaping the future of the operation.

• Genuine leadership opportunity supporting the owners and helping oversee day-to-day operations across a large-scale 8,000-acre dryland cropping enterprise.
• Diverse role combining cropping operations, machinery management, workshop oversight, staff training and technology implementation.
• Family accommodation available, pets considered and an extremely attractive remuneration package on offer.

Situated between Moree and Goondiwindi, this family-owned and operated dryland cropping enterprise produces a mix of summer and winter rotational crops across approximately 8,000 acres. The business operates a comprehensive in-house farming program supported by well-maintained CASE machinery, excellent workshop facilities and advanced fertiliser and soil management systems. The region is widely regarded as one of Australia's premier broadacre farming districts, offering a strong agricultural community, quality schooling options, excellent sporting facilities, essential services and convenient access to both Moree and Goondiwindi.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone seeking long-term career progression within a well-established and forward-thinking farming business. Reporting directly to the owners, this role would suit an experienced Senior Farm Hand looking to step into leadership, or an existing 2IC seeking greater responsibility and involvement in business operations. The commencement date is flexible for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities & Duties:

• Support the owners in coordinating daily farm activities across summer and winter cropping programs while assisting with staff supervision, operational planning and the efficient execution of seasonal workloads.
• Operate, set up and optimise modern CASE machinery equipped with Trimble GPS guidance systems across sowing, spraying, fertiliser application and harvesting operations while maintaining high standards of accuracy and efficiency.
• Take ownership of workshop operations by implementing structured servicing and maintenance programs, diagnosing mechanical issues and carrying out repairs to machinery, equipment and supporting infrastructure.
• Assist in the development and training of existing staff by providing practical instruction, promoting safe work practices and helping build capability across the farming operation.
• Contribute to the adoption and implementation of emerging agricultural technologies, including autonomous machinery systems, while maintaining accurate operational records through smartphones, tablets and other digital platforms.

Selection Criteria:

• Demonstrated experience within broadacre cropping operations, including the confident operation and setup of modern machinery, with previous exposure to CASE equipment highly regarded.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with a preference for candidates possessing heavy diesel mechanical experience, although experienced boilermakers with agricultural backgrounds will also be considered.
• Proven leadership and communication skills with the confidence to mentor staff, provide instruction and step into a management support role when required.
• Sound technology skills, including experience with Trimble GPS auto-steer systems, digital record keeping and an interest in emerging agricultural technologies and autonomous equipment.
• Current driver's licence, chemical accreditation and first aid certificate, together with good literacy, numeracy and organisational skills and a commitment to company workplace policies.

Additional Particulars:

• Full-time permanent position with flexible commencement date.
• Family accommodation available approximately 2 kilometres from the main farming operation.
• Pets are welcome, preferably housed outdoors.
• Extremely attractive remuneration package available and negotiated according to experience and capability.
• Long-term career opportunity within a progressive family-owned farming business offering genuine responsibility and advancement.
• Applications will be considered as they are received.
• Please note that our client does not offer visa sponsorship for this position and are unable to accept applications from candidates currently on a Working Holiday visa in Australia.